Beginning to fasten the bottom planking panel (fwd, starboard) to the keel. |
First, I marked the centerline down the full length of the keel. Then, I measured and marked a perpendicular line across the keel, 4 aft of frame #1. That gave me a clearly marked corner in which to fit the panel.
I clamped the panel into position & adjusted it until I was satisfied that it was accurately fit into position. The next step was to begin fastening the panel to the keel.
I wasnt real keen on drilling holes into the keel, but it had to be done. I carefully marked positions for the holes... 5/8 starboard of the keels centerline, and spaced 6 apart. (When the panel is fastened down permanently, the screws will be spaced 3 apart. For now, Im just roughly fitting the panel into position so that I can trim it and twist it into position.)
Next, I began drilling the holes and driving the screws cautiously and methodically. I used plywood washers over the planking panel. The washers are to help hold the planking down, and prevent any screw heads from pulling through when tension is put on the plywood to bend and twist it into place.
So far, Ive only gotten about two feet done along the keel. Like I said, though... cautious and methodical.
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