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Reklus great looking boat!! Would love to see more pic's of the finished product.

I will be there!

Just completed first coat of Primer. Thanks for your help Reid. I have a few questions: 1) When do I install rub rail before or after I flip the boat? 2) Is 1/4 plywood OK? 3) Should I use 2 or 3 layers? 4) Also, the builders notes say to block the hull after it is flipped. What is the best way to b...

Thanks for the input Jaysen, TomW and Jacques. It was very helpful!!

Hello Fellow Builders,

Looking for Primer Advice. My boat is covered with S3 Quick Fair. What High Build Primer should I use? My criteria are high build and easy to use for a novice.

Also I sanded to 200 grit. Is that enough?

Thanks in advance for the input.

Best,
George

Reid,

Spring works great, it is actually preferable. Us college football fans have a tough time making it in October. Good Luck with the move!

Thanks TomW1 and Seaslug.

Seaslug - I look forward to drooling over your FS14_LS at the Florida Sportman Expo this weekend. That is one beautiful boat.

Thanks Reid! I noticed on your FS18 you did not use glass on the deck and it look great.

Thanks TomW1. What do builders usually use on their decks? Do they just prime the wood and then paint and apply non-skid or do they apply fiberglass cloth with fairing compound before prime and paint? Thank You!

I would like to add the optional skeg to my build. The plans call for a 1x2 on edge. What would be the recommended wood type? Thanks!