![What the compleat epoxy mixer wears. Respirator mask not shown. Kneepads have been a lifesaver.](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88542687.nQxmWRZn.jpg) What the compleat epoxy mixer wears. Respirator mask not shown. Kneepads have been a lifesaver. |
![Side plank dry, ready for epoxy.](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88542688.Tr0INp2L.jpg) Side plank dry, ready for epoxy. |
![Slappin the goo onto frames. All contact surfaces have a couple coats of epoxy.](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88542690.rOyxKV8M.jpg) Slappin the goo onto frames. All contact surfaces have a couple coats of epoxy. |
![This frame is a little light on the filled-epoxy mix. Squeezeout not enough, so more is added after mating.](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88542691.nIGieNzE.jpg) This frame is a little light on the filled-epoxy mix. Squeezeout not enough, so more is added after mating. |
![Hoisting the panel into position. Two preset drywall screws establish registration for this step.](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88542692.S3e5j8sj.jpg) Hoisting the panel into position. Two preset drywall screws establish registration for this step. |
![Guiding drywall screws into registration holes.](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88542693.pbgB2dih.jpg) Guiding drywall screws into registration holes. |
![Lining up drywall screw for registration](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88542694.lxOFgKD1.jpg) Lining up drywall screw for registration |
![Sinking drywall registraion screw.](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88542695.OwuKkFmo.jpg) Sinking drywall registraion screw. |
![Stern part lineup. Clamped finger tight, then place screws center first, then toward the ends.](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88542696.pxShukW2.jpg) Stern part lineup. Clamped finger tight, then place screws center first, then toward the ends. |
![Next day shot of completed fillet. Squeezeout tooled with tongue depressor, then gloved fingers.](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88542697.1GPUqFZ6.jpg) Next day shot of completed fillet. Squeezeout tooled with tongue depressor, then gloved fingers. |
![Second side panel now attached. Bottom panels go on after fitting spray rails and chine guards.](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88542698.UKk4mB5C.jpg) Second side panel now attached. Bottom panels go on after fitting spray rails and chine guards. |
![Photo shows one shaped spray rail filler on top of second blank. These fillers were made from laminates. A very poor idea. It would be a LOT easier and quicker to use single boards, or the plywood fillers included in the frame kit. My bad.](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88659862.4PLbXErZ.jpg) NOTE: Archaic photo: Current versions of frame kit include precut plywood spray rail fillers. | Photo shows one shaped spray rail filler on top of second blank. These fillers were made from laminates. A very poor idea. It would be a LOT easier and quicker to use single boards, or the plywood fillers included in the frame kit. My bad. |
![Mounting bolt holes for spray rail fillers.](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88659863.Gq0vo91C.jpg) Mounting bolt holes for spray rail fillers. |
![Lasering from frame 4 gave waterline locations across the hull.](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88659864.LhSsvgjI.jpg) Lasering from frame 4 gave waterline locations across the hull. |
![Spray rail filler epoxied in position.](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88659865.jP0yOYJu.jpg) Spray rail filler epoxied in position. |
![Guard glued and screwed into position -- eighteen feet of gooped-up wood and some two dozen screws!](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88659868.2XuN4ncp.jpg) Guard glued and screwed into position -- eighteen feet of gooped-up wood and some two dozen screws! |
![Spray rail guard, bow view. Couple placements into plywood pulled, demanding redos.](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88659869.4Hj6qgzw.jpg) Spray rail guard, bow view. Couple placements into plywood pulled, demanding redos. |
![Empty frames prior to attachment of bottom planks; twist at bow makes these trickier.](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88659871.Qh7difY6.jpg) Empty frames prior to attachment of bottom planks; twist at bow makes these trickier. |
![Aft empty frames; second bottom plank.](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88659872.UF8ivuSX.jpg) Aft empty frames; second bottom plank. |
![Inside of the plank saturated with epoxy; tipping off the bubbles with a dry foam brush.](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88659873.wKHYdy0K.jpg) Inside of the plank saturated with epoxy; tipping off the bubbles with a dry foam brush. |
![Lots of goop on the frames, for attachment and for fillets.](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88659874.AHmN7feC.jpg) Lots of goop on the frames, for attachment and for fillets. |
![Locater pins near the bow align the plank roughly to prevent glue smear.](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88659876.RFehcSgb.jpg) Locater pins near the bow align the plank roughly to prevent glue smear. |
![Closeup of locating pins.](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88659877.855yC3d2.jpg) Closeup of locating pins. |
![Cut off 8 penny nails hold the aft end of the plank off the frames.](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88659878.C7o9GMA5.jpg) Cut off 8 penny nails hold the aft end of the plank off the frames. |
![Plank is laid down after support pins are removed.](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88659880.ul0R3Fpc.jpg) Plank is laid down after support pins are removed. |
![Glue on frames; bow section of first bottom plank.](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88659882.yX3rjbdn.jpg) Glue on frames; bow section of first bottom plank. |
![Completed bow section, first bottom plank.](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88659884.BZgfq3b2.jpg) Completed bow section, first bottom plank. |
![Both planks attached. Each one requires 2-3 hours to attach.](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88659886.syUpp8ZP.jpg) Both planks attached. Each one requires 2-3 hours to attach. |
![The outfit keeps dust and stray epoxy blobs off the Caped Filleter during fillet smoothing.](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88659888.1T1IIAEV.jpg) The outfit keeps dust and stray epoxy blobs off the Caped Filleter during fillet smoothing. |
![Ass end of the Caped One, enroute to frames at bow end.](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88660947.P9TLXokH.jpg) Ass end of the Caped One, enroute to frames at bow end. |
![Forming fillet, Frame one.](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88660948.SjwQyKLU.jpg) Forming fillet, Frame one. |
![Filling all screw placements and discontinuities at panel joints. System Three's QuikFair is amazing!](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88660949.CYuF76B1.jpg) Filling all screw placements and discontinuities at panel joints. System Three's QuikFair is amazing! |
![Stern view with fairing compound applied.](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88660950.zxg6nSWn.jpg) Stern view with fairing compound applied. |
![Stern after sanding.](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88660951.yR8jvLln.jpg) Stern after sanding. |
![Oblique view after sanding.](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88660952.F0NPx1S8.jpg) Oblique view after sanding. |
![Scraper stage in fairing. A carbide-bladed scraper saves sandpaper and avoids a lot of sanding dust.](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88660953.azU7iuRj.jpg) Scraper stage in fairing. A carbide-bladed scraper saves sandpaper and avoids a lot of sanding dust. |
![Same section after scraping and sanding.](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88660954.rUxRlJO7.jpg) Same section after scraping and sanding. |
![Three hours and a quart and a half of epoxy: saturation coat. Squeegee, roll, tip with foam brush. 9 oz mix at a shot.](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88660955.i0mftWwr.jpg) Three hours and a quart and a half of epoxy: saturation coat. Squeegee, roll, tip with foam brush. 9 oz mix at a shot. |
![Glassing: resin allowed to soak in. Squeegee drawn over glass to remove excess resin, for greatest strength.](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88660957.QeF5S8Jq.jpg) Glassing: resin allowed to soak in. Squeegee drawn over glass to remove excess resin, for greatest strength. |
![Glass freshly wetted out on bow.](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88660958.0KxFrQfQ.jpg) Glass freshly wetted out on bow. |
![Stern glass uncured. Mask mandatory when working with this much resin.](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88660959.57S3LZzO.jpg) Stern glass uncured. Mask mandatory when working with this much resin. |
![Bow glass cured. Note masking tape under lower edge.](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88660960.IDQKmErW.jpg) Bow glass cured. Note masking tape under lower edge. |
![Razor blade run along tape edge while resin is still green, then excess is pulled up and away.](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88660961.uet7An8V.jpg) Razor blade run along tape edge while resin is still green, then excess is pulled up and away. |
![Scraping excess resin after two fill coats; saves sanding; best done before full cure.](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88660962.M3eWo3KT.jpg) Scraping excess resin after two fill coats; saves sanding; best done before full cure. |
![Lots of scrapings. Scraping works better than sanding on soft resin.](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88660964.vO3JpD7d.jpg) Lots of scrapings. Scraping works better than sanding on soft resin. |
![First chine guard segment -- aft portion nailed and epoxied on, looking aft.](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88660965.RMyuaNnI.jpg) First chine guard segment -- aft portion nailed and epoxied on, looking aft. |
![Same segment, looking forward.](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88660966.ltsQmXVW.jpg) Same segment, looking forward. |
![Nails end a few inches before the tail, so it can be planed down some, demanding some creative clamping.](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88660967.MQbUnmW2.jpg) Nails end a few inches before the tail, so it can be planed down some, demanding some creative "clamping." |
![Wood brace off ceiling holds the aft end of keel strip in place while the epoxy cures.](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88660968.OXY23XHw.jpg) Wood brace off ceiling holds the aft end of keel strip in place while the epoxy cures. |
![Rear piece of the keel, yucky with epoxy and sitting on screws prior to installation](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88660969.gQUOq3jU.jpg) Rear piece of the keel, yucky with epoxy and sitting on screws prior to installation |
![Freshly filleted and screwed into position.](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88660970.AnneGCD4.jpg) Freshly filleted and screwed into position. |
![Screwing down the forward portion.](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88660971.8MoCeVm6.jpg) Screwing down the forward portion. |
![More fresh fillets, merging keel pieces together.](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88716311.6u3uotkg.jpg) More fresh fillets, merging keel pieces together. |
![Much sanding, filling, and re-sanding later, the boot stripe limit gets masked.](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88716314.wiKTWlwu.jpg) Much sanding, filling, and re-sanding later, the boot stripe limit gets masked. |
![Five coats of two-part LPU are rolled on and tipped out. Very durable, water-based marine coating.](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88716317.mSSoAcvL.jpg) Five coats of two-part LPU are rolled on and tipped out. Very durable, water-based marine coating. |
![Masking removed. Decks and cabin get paint later. Pinstriping will mark the waterline.](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88716318.LJPSeSpx.jpg) Masking removed. Decks and cabin get paint later. Pinstriping will mark the waterline. |
![Rear shot after three coats. Each coat took about three hours.](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88716321.zP7wN2zR.jpg) Rear shot after three coats. Each coat took about three hours. |
![Time to roll the hull! Castered cradle atop the hull, sitting on sawhorses.](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88716328.rGwpPIBb.jpg) Time to roll the hull! Castered cradle atop the hull, sitting on sawhorses. |
![Strap attachment detail.](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88716331.WVfd4dG4.jpg) Strap attachment detail. |
![Sawhorses removed as eight helpers lift the hull. An easy lift with this many guys.](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88716332.dc022e3F.jpg) Sawhorses removed as eight helpers lift the hull. An easy lift with this many guys. |
![Hull is moved farther back in the garage to allow rolling room.](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88716335.6eBmfrj9.jpg) Hull is moved farther back in the garage to allow rolling room. |
![Roll begins.](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88716337.7AfEmHK3.jpg) Roll begins. |
![Almost halfway.](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88716339.cT3aQw5K.jpg) Almost halfway. |
![Half rolled. Cradle made for easy handholds as it came over.](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88716343.OWm7hZFW.jpg) Half rolled. Cradle made for easy handholds as it came over. |
![Three-fourths rolled.](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88716344.ZPLTIi5k.jpg) Three-fourths rolled. |
![Roll almost complete.](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88716347.ctFPZg0b.jpg) Roll almost complete. |
![Old Guy Chorus: half can't carry the tune (Barrett's Privateers, Stan Rogers); the other half can't hear!](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88716348.RtFNQM60.jpg) Old Guy Chorus: half can't carry the tune ("Barrett's Privateers," Stan Rogers); the other half can't hear! |
![Test fit of starboard tank -- headed for the cutout area below, vent and filler exiting the hull under the deck.](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88716358.KnsojyZH.jpg) ERROR: I removed all the jig cross braces prematurely. Should have left alternate ones in place. | Test fit of starboard tank -- headed for the cutout area below, vent and filler exiting the hull under the deck. |
![A couple poor fillets on the keelson/hull line are gouged and sanded to get to solid material.](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88716359.ZPUeikZv.jpg) A couple poor fillets on the keelson/hull line are gouged and sanded to get to solid material. |
![Re-filleting those seams.](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88716362.uEhMzYC7.jpg) Re-filleting those seams. |
![Frame 12 is opened for rudder system installation and service.](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88719626.h0zXDbWg.jpg) Frame 12 is opened for rudder system installation and service. |
![A platform for the rudder bearing, formed from the keelson and some added doug fir, topped by ...](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88719629.3LQQrlIv.jpg) A platform for the rudder bearing, formed from the keelson and some added doug fir, topped by ... |
![A 3/8th inch plywood cap, to make up enough thickness for a 2 1/4-inch deep rudder bearing, to be installed later.](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88719630.DUhqzmjs.jpg) A 3/8th inch plywood cap, to make up enough thickness for a 2 1/4-inch deep rudder bearing, to be installed later. |
![Seemed like it would be easier to saturate the exposed wood now, before decks go on. Underdecking will get epoxy as it is laid](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88719631.N6iN0NG4.jpg) Seemed like it would be easier to saturate the exposed wood now, before decks go on. Underdecking will get epoxy as it is laid |
![Some fairing to prep for decking; the added frame (6 1/2) was a bit low on top, demanding another quarter inch slice of plywood.](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88719633.zsEf7qZy.jpg) Some fairing to prep for decking; the added frame (6 1/2) was a bit low on top, demanding another quarter inch slice of plywood. |
![I used the jig beams for nailers, exploiting the puzzle joints to make a 12-foot piece for each side. This is glueup.](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88719634.E67t99Hp.jpg) I used the jig beams for nailers, exploiting the puzzle joints to make a 12-foot piece for each side. This is glueup. |
![Starboard nailer.](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88719635.GmR4MGhw.jpg) Starboard nailer. |
![Full view. The nailers curve in a very precise way, to fit the ends of the frames. Lots of cool planing](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88719636.BsFCLiSV.jpg) Full view. The nailers curve in a very precise way, to fit the ends of the frames. Lots of cool planing |
![First set of two filler blocks support stern deck and define coaming curve. Batten aids installation.](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88719637.fX5TAaQT.jpg) First set of two filler blocks support stern deck and define coaming curve. Batten aids installation. |
![Side view of a filler block. 3/4 inch plywood used in lieu of the thicker fir specified on the plans.](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88719638.UqvZT798.jpg) Side view of a filler block. 3/4 inch plywood used in lieu of the thicker fir specified on the plans. |
![Filler blocks and stern breasthooks are finished and faired. Fairing these was fun.](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88719640.rh2akTx5.jpg) Filler blocks and stern breasthooks are finished and faired. Fairing these was fun. |
![All surfaces decking faired and ready for deck beam installation.](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88719643.91zxQBZp.jpg) All surfaces decking faired and ready for deck beam installation. |
![Deck beams glued in. The set between frames 1 and 2 defines the outsides of the future hatch.](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88719644.f564A8ev.jpg) Deck beams glued in. The set between frames 1 and 2 defines the outsides of the future hatch. |
![Bow decking requires care as the panel is aligned onto glue-covered frames, etc. Drywall screws index the sheet, making for a o](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88719645.9ur0rVhF.jpg) Bow decking requires care as the panel is aligned onto glue-covered frames, etc. Drywall screws index the sheet, making for a o |
![Both bow panels installed.](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88719646.vmKaJnEB.jpg) Both bow panels installed. |
![Placing ring nails into the nailer demands good aim. Divots represent nail ends ground flush.](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88719647.8LAd76R9.jpg) Placing ring nails into the nailer demands good aim. Divots represent nail ends ground flush. |
![Port panel -- screws on sheer, Ring nails elsewhere, including butt plate at splice.](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88719649.zlV2kmbo.jpg) Port panel -- screws on sheer, Ring nails elsewhere, including butt plate at splice. |
![Reversed clamps stacked on top of plywood chunks press a rear butt block splice plate in position.](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88719650.ZW4oukdc.jpg) Reversed clamps stacked on top of plywood chunks press a rear butt block splice plate in position. |
![Last panel in glueup.](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88719651.COUhwXVc.jpg) Last panel in glueup. |
![Decking completed, screwholes filled; some fairing and filling to come yet. Hull is now stiff enough to remove jig braces.](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88719652.CoTq02vp.jpg) Decking completed, screwholes filled; some fairing and filling to come yet. Hull is now stiff enough to remove jig braces. |
![Shaft log prep: 2-7/8 inch hole saw punctures frame 9, over a keelson augmented to support the shaft log casting.](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88719654.jKxjy1wR.jpg) Shaft log prep: 2-7/8 inch hole saw punctures frame 9, over a keelson augmented to support the shaft log casting. |
![These Milwaukee 4/6 hole saws cut well -- ran through two bronze screws and kept on truckin'!](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88719779.Dj8o2c5F.jpg) These Milwaukee 4/6 hole saws cut well -- ran through two bronze screws and kept on truckin'! |
![Power boring the first attempt at the shaft hole, with jig board to hold the angle.](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88719780.xVgsJNBA.jpg) Power boring the first attempt at the shaft hole, with jig board to hold the angle. |
![First round failure: guide block split, allowing too much bit runout.](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88719781.wCQBDZ60.jpg) First round failure: guide block split, allowing too much bit runout. |
![Shoddy hole filled with epoxy/wood flour; oak/plywood guide block helped the bit run true.](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88719782.r3RxTMor.jpg) Shoddy hole filled with epoxy/wood flour; oak/plywood guide block helped the bit run true. |
![Most of the boring was done by hand using a socket wrench for better control.](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88719783.zMwgatuS.jpg) Most of the boring was done by hand using a socket wrench for better control. |
![About an inch in -- guide block solid as an oak.](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88719784.TomfbxoQ.jpg) About an inch in -- guide block solid as an oak. |
![Bore is right on the money -- remnant epoxy/wood flour barely visible on the left.](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88719785.rVJJbWVJ.jpg) Bore is right on the money -- remnant epoxy/wood flour barely visible on the left. |
![Auger exits the hull -- right where it needs to be.](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88719786.tHq9ToPq.jpg) Auger exits the hull -- right where it needs to be. |
![A clean hole and a good guide block.](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88719788.ELg1Lh32.jpg) A clean hole and a good guide block. |
![Bozo the clown and his eighteen-inch auger. One happy guy](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88719791.lVuEVJro.jpg) Bozo the clown and his eighteen-inch auger. One happy guy |
![Log and propeller shaft test fitted.](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88719793.d7sRy0sp.jpg) Log and propeller shaft test fitted. |
![Log is bedded and permanently installed with 1/4-20 hardware. That 3M 4200 goop is really sticky!](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88719795.WJ1zCMK9.jpg) Log is bedded and permanently installed with 1/4-20 hardware. That 3M 4200 goop is really sticky! |
![Rudder pivot also got bedded today, using up the tube of 4200 bedding compound.](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88719798.cUsT8GjP.jpg) Rudder pivot also got bedded today, using up the tube of 4200 bedding compound. |
![Final lineup for the strut base awaits bearing is installation, and the shaft log bedding cure.](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88719800.DLe5yBjy.jpg) Final lineup for the strut base awaits bearing is installation, and the shaft log bedding cure. |
![Hull recess for strut base.](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88719802.pSI1ESig.jpg) Hull recess for strut base. |
![Temporary installation of strut; ready for the 4200.](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88719805.wjHUjfhs.jpg) Temporary installation of strut; ready for the 4200. |
![Chafe strips get stuck onto the tank undersides with more 4200. These are made of Trex, that composite decking material.](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88719807.YcPJ1x78.jpg) Chafe strips get stuck onto the tank undersides with more 4200. These are made of Trex, that composite decking material. |
![Chafe strip closeup.](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88719809.gXqzXINg.jpg) Chafe strip closeup. |
![Starboard tank, temporarily bolted in position -- easier to fit before the engine logs go in](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88719810.qi8fYRK4.jpg) Starboard tank, temporarily bolted in position -- easier to fit before the engine logs go in |
![Rear of port tank, and shaft.](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88719811.yVbd0fDT.jpg) Rear of port tank, and shaft. |
![Overview of tanks and shaft installation.](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88719812.gAypU8Wc.jpg) Overview of tanks and shaft installation. |
![Lamination of one-inch-thick fir boards to make 3 x 3 x 8 ft engine logs.](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88719813.hg8uoo3b.jpg) Lamination of one-inch-thick fir boards to make 3 x 3 x 8 ft engine logs. |
![Logs after saturation coats of epoxy.](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88719814.WRGwnqN6.jpg) Logs after saturation coats of epoxy. |
![Port log set low, parallel to the upper sole surface. Notches cut high and worked down using an end-to-end level technique.](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88719850.WYTfaj9F.jpg) Port log set low, parallel to the upper sole surface. Notches cut high and worked down using an end-to-end level technique. |
![Second log brought in using a cross-level. Satisfying but tedious work, most of it on the knees.](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88719854.Yoj2xU7r.jpg) Second log brought in using a cross-level. Satisfying but tedious work, most of it on the knees. |
![The frame 6 lag screw holes were placed partially under the top of the frame; hand-twisting bits enlarged holes to 5/16.](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88719856.5ByJPKIG.jpg) The frame 6 lag screw holes were placed partially under the top of the frame; hand-twisting bits enlarged holes to 5/16. |
![Young Daniel doing some of the heavy lifting. He's OK with a socket wrench ... but not the 4200!](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88719859.OaC6aQQN.jpg) Young Daniel doing some of the heavy lifting. He's OK with a socket wrench ... but not the 4200! |
![Both logs bedded and bolted down. They are solid. Really feels good to have a nice home for the engine.](https://a4.pbase.com/g3/62/812762/3/88719860.ampAMOc4.jpg) Both logs bedded and bolted down. They are solid. Really feels good to have a nice home for the engine. |