Hey man, welcome to Stangnet.
Sounds like two sweet cars, got pictures?
You can go to two different subforums to chat with fellow model owners, either the S197 section or classic section. You'll get any help you might need in those areas.
Post a thread in both with pictures of your rides, we all love pictures here.
I'm originally from Iowa City myself, whereabouts are you? We have several members from the state spread throughout Stangnet.
Post a couple pictures here too, I'd love to see them.