04 Feb 22:
Time to plane down the excess epoxy and wood strips for the forekeel and frame. We ran them through our DeWALT planer, decreasing the cut 1/32nd of an inch each pass, and flipping the workpiece before each pass. Since the curved frame was not too wide, we were able to guide it through with no issues.
Video link: https://youtu.be/npoBEMxEgcM
Once we got the excess epoxy cleaned off and the sides of the frame and forekeel flush, we traced the pattern shape onto each piece.
Then connected the dots.
Here's a spot where I should have had a few more layers of fir. We should be able to work around this small gap with a wood shim and thickened epoxy.
I like using Sharpie markers because the line is easy to see and it is about the width of the saw blade. Plus I can't cut more precise than that. If we ever go into business, the two leading name choices for our business are "Galloping Horse Marine Construction" or "Sharpie Marine."
We trimmed the laminate blanks to the pattern lines with a circular saw and jigsaw.
Started gathering lumber for the ladder frame, aka building jig aka strongback.
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