The port side chine and keel must now be recessed and lowered before fitting the keel junction.

Port chine recessed for first bottom and battens glued. (05-MAR-2005)

Port first bottom scarfed and glued. Joint epoxied to check for finish.

Closeup of the finished joint.

First bottom panels ready to be installed.

Side sheeting template.

First bottom panels dry-fitted. (14-MAR-2005)

Panels are butted along the stem centerline.

Installing the second sheer clamp lamination. We didn't use any screws to secure the stock, so 29 clamps were needed to do the job. (19-MAR-2005)

Prior to gluing, the second sheer clamp lamination was aligned with the first lamination and clamped. Finishing nails were used to hold the pieces in alignment. When the laminations are glued, the nails register both pieces to their dry-fit position and prevent the stock from sliding around when clamping pressure is applied.

Gluing the second starboard-side sheer clamp lamination. (25-MAR-2005)

Gluing the third sheer clamp laminations. (26-MAR-2005)

Transom plywood (3/8" marine) installed.