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Since there was a possibility of building more than one boat in the future, we produced a set
of frame templates to improve construction accuracy and save layout and production time on subsequent boat builds. Click
here to learn more about the frame templates.
(22-FEB-2013)
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The templates for the bottom frames, laminations and floor timbers
were screwed to Douglas Fir stock and cut on the bandsaw to within
1/8" of the template. Pieces were then trimmed on the router table
using a trim bit.
(26-MAR-2004)
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All pieces trimmed on the router table equipped with a top-bearing flush trim bit.
(09-APR-2004)
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Frame and floor timber assembly completed.
(08-JUN-2004)
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Assembling transom.
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Epoxy barrier coating frames #1 and #2 . . .
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#3 and #4 . . .
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#6, #7 and #8. A total of three coats was applied
with wet sanding between coats to remove any amine blush
from the epoxy.
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Laminating motor stringers.
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Laying out the motor stringer frame notches.
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Cutting the motor stringer frame notches.
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Laying out motor stringer bevel.
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Cut completed.
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All frames completed.
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