Patrick,
A very valuable resource is the Pensacola Naval Air Museum, Pensacola Florida, the home of the Blue Angels. They have a research department there with everything from photos to service records for most of the naval aircraft. I have talked to a guy in the restoration department there before and he was very helpful. Call down and tell them what you are doing and ask for some assistance. They will help you out.
I beleive the number I have is an operator, but she can connect you to someone who might can help.
904-452-3604
Good luck.
Tommy