RE: Lanier Kits
I did the Stinger 60 , first and last Lanier kit for me. The really junky ABS is a TURN OFF and no fun to deal with. For those building the Stinger take note and re-enforce the Fus. at the forward and rear of the wing saddle. It should be glassed at the rear where the instructions advise the builder to score for the bend. My plane broke at that location on a hard landing as did a friends 40 size.
The plane flys well but is on the heavy side much of which can't be avoided. I did not enjoy the foam wing and required glue etc. , an extra cost and added weight in my opinion.
I had to order another ABS engine cowl after the first one gave up. Took about two months, cost an arm and a leg after shipping and was badly warped.
I'm slow but trainable,,,,,,