Upgrade suggestions for the Buffalo

[Anger_Lehner]

So with the shark/eagle token conversion to credits in the next update I will be buying me a Buffalo. Now I understand that this is a rather tricky ship to perform well in, I want some suggestions/tips on how to do well in this ship and the standard do's and dont's. 

Also, do I go for reload mod or range mod? And, choose rudder shift mod or improved propulsion mod? 

I am not very good at playing USN heavy cruisers as I do face problems with positioning when playing this branch. But I want to get the Des Meme and have to go through this painful grind to reach there.