OK, so here's where I'm at:

BODY: All servos/electronis are installed. The rudder was interesting, as there was no direct locking mechanism and the instructions indicated a removable rudder for swapping purposes,(one for function, one for display,). This disturbed me, I don't want to lose a rudder in deep water. SO after making sure theres clearance, I add a small ammount of glue to the inside bottom connectin gthe rudder to the servo arm connection, and a drop of glue to the top, where I had drilled a tiny hole to allow a thin piece of extra wire to be slid through. I plan on trimming it down and braiding it in place. I hope this will hold it securely in case of the unforseen. I also plan on injecting the rudder inlet tube with lithium grease,(proboat series, same as they use on their prop drive shafts,) to help with water resistance and lubrication. If anyone thinks this is a bad idea, please inform.

TOP DECK: Most of the plastic fittings and details are already glued in place and trimemd down. The helm section is also nearly complete, all pieces are glued or bent into place,(wire etc.,).

Its staring to look like a real boat...