Marc,
I did make the accessory tray is removable, I just installed a 1/4 x 1/4 spruce stick to the foward former and the top tray screws into it to lock it in place. Contol throws.... Have to check them for you tonight since I increased some this weekend. As for the nose gear mod, it's very easy..... The original setup top mounted the gear, the retract comes with both top mount and firewall mount. What I have done is placed a spacer block between the forward bulkhead and the retract, my gear is now mounted using the four top mount bolts and the two lower firewall mounting holes. This secures the gear in the directions of load, both upward and rearward. The spacer will be pre-installed and mounting holes pre-drilled on future kits. I did not seal any of the contol surface gaps, I wanted to see if it would have any issues unsealed. No problems experienced with not sealing the gaps but would expect better surface response with them sealed.

Sean,
Should have let me know about the elevator!!! All the surfaces should be straight and true, let me know if you want to replace it.....
Todd