Nice to see you back in the action! Since you mentioned potentially working on the Connie, may I suggest (again, because I'm unsure if you've checked it out) my TOS bussard collectors? (which I based off of your original TOS Connie Design)
http://starmadedock.net/content/captainzachs-light-logic-star-trek-tos-bussard-collectors.1907/
There are two versions: Crystal and Light (essentially, the exterior is red crystal or red lights), and as I say on that page people are welcome to use it in any and all builds.
As I said, glad to see you back making ships, and I'm looking forward to your next vessel.
Oh... and if you like THESE bussards, here's a sneak preview of the Constitution I'm finishing:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B3PR3_NSinHLX2lTblRMcTgtdVU/view?usp=sharing