This looks promising! This is almost like the work Tater was trying to do before he ran into texture problems:
http://www.subsim.com/radioroom/show...erchant+marine
I've been looking forwards to something like this since Tater's work. I currently run RFB plus RSRD. I would be glad to install it and give it a try. I wish you luck with your work, as this Mod is much needed IMO, and would add greatly to the immersion factor!