Right, time for me to wade in on this one.
As an owner of a tailwheeler and instructor, I would say go learn in a
trike first. At least go solo in a trike before moving into a tailwheel aircraft. It would be better value for your money and take a little of the risk out of you ab initio phase.
They are really
no different to a Cessna except for the important factor of the C of G, tailwheel relationship and that makes them more unforgiving in some aspect of the take-off and landing. For that reason alone you just need to get some time under you belt first and cut down on the techniques that you need to learn initially.
I feel sorry for you Wheeler mate, simply you have been taught incorrectly to fly them (7GCBC's) if that's you opinion ...
... (If you are in NZ any time, I'd be happy to set you off again in the right direction
).
Hope this helps and good luck with whatever decision you make. Sounds like you are going to have some fun.
Cheers
Wombat