[melnibonian]

Hello

I am playing GW as well, but as I'm not an IT expert I don't have all the answers. I will try though to answer what I know from my experience.

1. Yes the Cargo vessels are replaced (in convoys) by Victory and Liberty ships.

2. I'm not totally sure but I think you can install the generic contacts when you install GW so that you don't know what ship it is. (I'm not sure if I understood correctly your question but I hope that's the answer)

3-4. I have no idea

5. I had the same problem and I've downloaded and installed the SH3Commander Skins Add On. If the Early War Edition of the Merchant Variety Pack is not working try to re-install it again with the MOD enabler.

6. I have the same feeling so I don't think it's just you

Anyhow GW is BRILLIANT and I've enjoy playing it. Hope you like it too and I hope what I said before help you a bit. I'm sure others in the forum that are more Knowledgeable on GW will write and help you even more.

Good luck and Good Hunting