I repurposed some furies to fight low level reapers. nova rays, spectral armor and energy resistor, rotation 5 and targeting compute, light shields and armor. warning with this though the nova rays bump up the xp quite a bit. my furies are level 59.makes you a target for low level marauders with scourge fuel
for planet and sector event and general use, glads (special glads) with magnets. autos 45 instant repair
Use NET Torpedos and Vector Torpedos. Alternate build would be NETs with Arc Missiles. Volatile Fuel 2 is the best special to use with them either way.
You can also equip zeals with something to fight off squadrons to accompany a carrier.