Rich(04) - and anyone else having Gold problems :
B5ModGold.zip
For those of you using Gold and having trouble with missing Component Pics, this file should fix the missing files for you. I have to check on the sound still - as I'm not at my normal PC, I don't have all the files on hand.
I had noticed the AI slowing their ships down, I'm working on changing their research and construction tactics to make more challenging vessels. They do spread like a plague though! I have yet to match their size in the early game.
Glad you're enjoying it. All suggestions (and criticisms) are welcome!