Hey thanks again for the info. I knew the first rev was way heavy (per usual mil projects!) and also about the planes being moved. I have been told by some people that that actually made them better handling. I suspect because the are larger. Overall neat boat and I am proud of the sailors who saved her. I bet they now do not regret the rigors of sub school!!!
That was one thing about Admiral Rickover: That man was hated by SO many ppl for his brashness and just overall being a royal pain in the ass, but he was QUITE adamant about the need for rigorous training for the sailors and attention to detail on the construction of the submarines.
Well, the better handling comes from the fact that the bow planes are much farther forward, and closer to the keel (read farther away from the surface) than fairwater planes. It makes for slightly more stable platform, one easier to control.