FL-12 Bottom Butt Block

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FL-12 Bottom Butt Block

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How do I know when to install the bottom butt block and how do I make sure it is positioned correctly?

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Re: FL-12 Bottom Butt Block

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You need to assemble the two pieces, you have no choice.
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Re: FL-12 Bottom Butt Block

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I understand I need to assemble the pieces.... that wasn't my question. My question is; how do I ensure the bottom butt block will be covered by the seat? How do I know exactly where to place it?

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Glue the butt block right down the middle of the seam. The seat frames should fall right in place, or be close enough that a little trimming on the frame will make it fit. :wink:
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Jess wrote:I understand I need to assemble the pieces.... that wasn't my question. My question is; how do I ensure the bottom butt block will be covered by the seat? How do I know exactly where to place it?
I get it....the butt block isn't between the seats in the FL14 and I had to deal with those exposed edges. :wink:

Definitely center it over the seam. Look at the spacing of the seat frames. If the distance between them is 12 inches, don't make your butt block 16" wide or it will never fit! Make it 8", give yourself some margin. I don't know what the numbers are, but I wouldn't want to have to trim it after its glued on.

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Re: FL-12 Bottom Butt Block

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even 6" will do for a butt block unless the plans say otherwise (for stiffness). Many panels on these boats are assembled with only a 6" piece of fiberglass tape.

If it's in an exposed location , it's nice to bevel the edges before glueing it to the panels, to make epoxy and painting easier and to make it look a little better.

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