I bought the Dirigo, and am pretty excited about getting it on the water. It is missing the cover for the front hatch, which I would assume would be nearly impossible to find. I am hoping to find one of the same dimension that is used on another brand. Also I can not find the serial numbers you refer to on the bow. Quick further question...would it be blasphemy to repaint it to another color than a dull white? Also, there is no skeg or rudder on the boat, and has what appears to be mast base for a sail on the bow?? The foot pedals are stationary (haven't tried to adjust them), and there is a tube that runs out a "porthole" behind the kayakers right back area. I figure that would be where the cable would come out for the rudder? Thanks