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This is the point at which the longitudinals are faired. There are no photos of the fairing process. See the Boatbuilding Methods/Plywood section of our site for photos illustrating the fairing process.

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The longitudinals have been faired and the aft plywood side has been installed.

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The aft bottom panel has been installed. Notice that a drain hole has been drilled in the transom for a drain plug.

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Forward side being fitted.

Note: The planking should be joined using a scarf joint or butt block, between frames. It should not be fastened to, or joined on a frame.

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