nick b,
Though I really wanted to make the Palmer 165" or the Smith 146" I made the decision last night that the American Eagle with the 132" wing is the bird to build because like you stated the fuse is already somewhat ready and I believe the wings are foam. I posted a want ad for the American Eagle kit as well as (and I am not holding my breath for the following lol) a want ad for a completed or nearly completed 165" Palmer or the 146" Smith. I say I am not holding my breath for any responses regarding a Palmer or Smith because I myself would never part with such a piece after putting in all that time. But you never know. Thanks for the direction. B-24 Boy.