Building the Glen-L HOT ROD - Boat Page 2
 
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Since the hull is only 28" deep, the setup jig height was increased so that the top of the frames were 16" off the floor. This raises the boat to a more convenient work height and provides increased clearance for cutting the frame sheer notches and fairing the sheer clamps.

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A third leg was added between frame # 4 and # 5. This prevents stringer and frame movement when the chine and sheer are sprung in.

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Frames fitted to motor stringers.

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Frame clips were fabricated from 1-1/2" angle iron. The floor timbers were bolted to the frames which were in turn bolted to the motor stringers (24-JUL-2004).

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To ensure assembly accuracy, the transom pieces will be overlaid on the transom template.

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All pieces ready for lamination.

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Filling the screw holes.

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Drilling holes for the transom brackets.

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Transom brackets were fabricated from 1/8" flat stock.

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Bracket top was flared to allow the installation of two bolts instead of one.

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Three coats of epoxy complete the transom.

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Building the Glen-L Hot Rod : www.kanecustomboats.com      Revised 27-MAR-2006