Hello everyone, I'm a relatively experienced modeler of boats but so far I have only scratch built them (apart from a Robbe U-boat). I have recently bought the Caldercraft Sir Kay and have just made a start on it. I would like to replace a lot of the white metal fittings with plastic or brass alternatives, mainly to reduce top weight. I would also like to add a bit more detail such as plating on the superstructure. I have read with interest the detailed build of Sir Lancelot by Paul Godfrey and compared both kits to original plans and those drawn up by John Lambert and notice that there are some differences. The questions I have so far are:- should the front of the wheelhouse be flat like Sir Lancelot or faceted like Sir K's?

Should the flag locker on the bridge only have 9 compartments?

should the engine room skylights be on a triangular roof or should the triangular roof have a flat top?

Would the woodwork of the flying bridge be painted or left varnished?

Would the decking have been like Sir L's or completely planked as in the kit?

Any help or advice regarding the kit or any advice regarding extra detail greatly apprediated. best wishes Tim

Edited By Tim Morland on 02/12/2015 20:43:03