RE: better trainer
As opposed to the Sig LT-40, this plane is faster, rolls better, goes where you point it, ALL BAD THINGS, in a trainer. Yes you can learn on it, but it's a much better second plane. I tell people if you want me to instruct you buy a LT-40, and convert it to have tail wheel, otherwise get another instructor. That sound harsh, but my feeling is don't ask for me to give up my time if you won't get the best trainer to learn quickly. After 2 flights you should be doing 90% of the flying, after 10 flights you should be doing 95% of the flying, if not you've got the wrong plane or your INSTRUCTOR enjoys flying your plane too much.
Been flying since '73, and I've got plenty of planes, I don't need to fly students planes.