I researched a few builds online while I was waiting for my kit to arrive and the common refrain was the issues various builders had with the nose/cockpit angle.

I must say, it never really bothered me beyond wanting to do a really nice job with this kit after having done such a poor job on the original one I had.

I didn't know anything about Shapeways other than they offered the engine inserts at a price I was willing to pay.