Thursday 29 November 2012

Dry fitting deck frames

Looks like the inside has been epoxied, but it's just rain.  The deck frames
and the breasthook at the bow are dry fitted.
It' been six days since the last post in which we had the deck frames already cut... so why so slow?
Well, we've been held up by rain every day.  Not what it's supposed to be this time of year, normally our "dry" season.
Note the first bits of hardware on the boat: the two "hatch inspection" holes (they have covers which screw in).  The forward section is sealed and waterproof, as a safety measure, and the hatch inspection holes can be opened to provide ventilation when not on the water.
The main deck beam, the one furthest aft, has been epoxied to the deck bulkhead.  Eagle-eyed builders of the Somes Sound will note a slight departure from the plans.... hmmmm.
As soon as it stops raining, we can fit the deck.
Meantime, going to be held up by King's Cup, which we head off to on Saturday, day after tomorrow.
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1 comment:

  1. Peter - you are making great progress! I have been following your blog and learning from your experiences, as I am building the Somes Sound also.

    Just finished pouring my keel, but have not finished the hull.

    Have to say - can't spot the deviation from plans! looks good to me!

    Paul
    emblasail.blogspot.ie

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