1/400 HMS Hood

My kids got me the Lindberg 1/400 scale HMS Hood for a gift and I was wondering what would need to be done to make this kit look accurate (aside from sanding down those hull plate lines). I’ve looked everywhere and can’t find any tips.

To make the Lindberg kit resemble an accurate Hood break it into 3 pieces and sink it deeply in the North Atlantic. The best use for the kit is to melt it down and use it as a paper weight…Mike T