Question 2: Install and patch the sim, make sure SHIV is squared away first. Then install the JSGME (mod organizer) to your SHIV folder. JSGME should create a file named "MODS" in the SHIV folder, if it doesn't, just create a new file yourself and name it "MODS". This folder is where you'll place all installed mods unless their "read me" files say otherwise.
Question 1: I'm currently playing TMO 2.0 w/RSRDC. I've already played RFB 2.0 and I love them both. It's hard for me to choose a favorite yet and I'm not sure I'll ever be able to since both Mods are great in their own unique way.
A lot of the members here prefer TMO because they feel it's more of a challenge, especially the TMO DDs. I found RFB to be equally challenging but in different ways. For instance, in RFB, the sub was much slower and more cumbersome to maneuver, especially when trying to evade DDs while submerged. On the surface (say, evading shore guns or planes), if you turn your boat while running at flank speed, you experience a significant loss of power/speed with each turn. In TMO, the boat seems to respond quicker on the surface and submerged. So, although the DDs are more ravenous in TMO, your boat is easier to maneuver in evading them.
But, now I'm comparing apples to oranges. You'll have to make that preference call yourself. Both mods are harder than stock but, in different ways. Good luck.
