Matt,
Here is a few good links for you: [link=http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/m_2009965/mpage_9/key_Composite%2DARF/tm.htm]Gary's Tailwheel setup[/link]
[link=http://www.alsacorp.com/products/killercans/kc/killerchrome_prodinfo.htm]Alsa Killer Chrome Paints[/link]
[link=http://radicalrc.secure-mall.com/shop/]Radical RC[/link]
I hope this helps! Read up and that first link as Gary has some nice ideas that you can incorporate in your build.