Marshall's FS17

[MarshallTX]

Thanks. It nearly appears to be fiberglass (tape).

[cape man]

Yes. Tape those joints both sides with fiberglass tape.

[Fuzz]

Yes. Tape those joints both sides with fiberglass tape.

X2

[fallguy1000]

Oh, crickeys! I didn't know he was asking about glassing the joint. Oi vey...I gotta read slower some days.

[MarshallTX]

Great inputs from everyone; much appreciated!

[MarshallTX]

I placed the bottom planks on the frame and all appear surprisingly good. Looking through the forum, a few quick questions if someone has some time:
1. When the stringers were dropped into the frame notches, they are sometimes slightly below the frame or sometimes flush. Is this a concern?
2. When placing the planks, do I align with the aft part of the transom?
3. I see references to lightly anchor the planks to the transom. Is this to stabilize the position or something else?

[Fuzz]

The plywood does not have to touch the stringers the whole way. The big thing is to make sure it is fair. No two pieces of plywood will bend the same so small differences are to be expected. I think the hull bottom should run out over the transom but look at your plans to make sure.

[OneWayTraffic]

Puzzle joints are all accomplished. I've reviewed several forum posts and some appear to have added tape before placing on the mold for the planking process. Is tape required?

It wouldn't hurt, but depending on the stress on that joint while planking it may not be required at this stage. See the designer's comment here. Regardless I would ensure that it has glass on it at some stage, whether now or later is up to you.

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[MarshallTX]

I've started planking. When the bottom planks are positioned, the gap in the seam between the planks accommodate a 16 penny nail fairly well with a notable exception: there is a much larger gap at the midway point on the boat. I'm unable to close that gap as I would go plank-to-plank, with no spacing, at the bow and the stern. The attached photo somewhat illustrates what's happening but does not show the size of the gap too well. My guess is a good 1/4 inch. Is there a solution? Any recommendations? Many thanks - Marshall

[TomW1]

That is not a problem, get under the boat and tape the seam so putty does not fall through. Then as required fill the seam with wood putty. Then the 2-3 layers of tape as required. One quarter inch is not excessive and no cause for concern.

Tom