Thanks for all the nice comments!
A bit more progress. The representation of the bottom door panels was a little underwhelming, so I had a crack at redoing this - I mostly based it off the Wingnuts Eiii although I also used the Windsock plans as well - especially for redoing the bottom seam stitching which seemed a bit off on the Eduard kit.

Not perfect by any means but it will do - I also added the rod/tube running across which was for attaching the wings on the side when it was it was being road transported. One day I wouldn't mind doing a diorama of this - there are some good pics around.

and here it is in a dry fitting.

the wooden panels are drying the background.
I've now sealed her up - I find it easier to skin these with Evergreen rather than try to get rid of the seam - plus I can cover up my mistakes!

The front panel is just a dry fit at the moment. That will be it for a few weeks as i have to go overseas. Hopefully a few supplies will have arrived and i can get some paint on!
cheers
Matt