OK. Here's the deal. I have a Midwest Aero-Star 40 that I'm currently flying, getting my feet wet and getting a feel for things.

For my THIRD, or maybe even 4th plane, I'm hoping to move to a large war-bird, like a 96" P51.

So, what would you recommend for a 2nd plane, in order to make a transition from trainer to P51?

My only requirement is that I want it to be a kit, not an ARF, as I want the experience of building/covering another one. I have a Super Tiger .61 that I could use in this plane, and so have been checking out the 60 sized kits, but I could get another engine if need be.

I was checking out some low-wing aerobats, like the sig 4*60, GP super sportster 60, or the GB Tiger 60. Also, considered the GP Giles 202 46. I did consider a smaller P51, but am under the impression that it might be a little harder to fly right off the bat, and so was looking for a "trainer" type low wing. Tower's web-site and catalog make the Giles sound like a great 2nd plane choice, but from what I've read on here, consensus doesn't seem to agree.

So, given my aspirations, what would you go with?

Thanks in advance for all suggestions,
Heath