LM 18 First Time Build

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Re: LM 18 First Time Build

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Thanks Jaysen , for some reason when i paste it i loose one bracket and i have to go in and place it .
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Re: LM 18 First Time Build

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John,

Looks great!! In order to get the bow to come together I would follow AA's advise. I would either slide the entire boat forward a little on the frames or simply shave off some of the bow frame. Once the bow frame is out of the way it will come together nicely.

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Re: LM 18 First Time Build

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Great advice Topwater I will defiantly use that trick!!!!

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Re: LM 18 First Time Build

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got the bow mold cut and back in closed the bow up seems pretty good, still have a dip in the bow. I will fill and shape with filler.
going to let sit over night, and start the filler tomorrow afternoon.
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Re: LM 18 First Time Build

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Colemanfire, looks really good!! Nice progress!! Jeff

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Re: LM 18 First Time Build

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No problem with that bow. Wood Flour glue will cover up a ton of stuff :D

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This thread is now on the Build Threads page.

Thanks for posting! Can't wait to see her come together.

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Re: LM 18 First Time Build

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Colemanfire,

Looks good!!! Just like Fuzz said, the EZ Fillet will solve those issues.

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Re: LM 18 First Time Build

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Thanks Reid, I figured I could fill it. This kit has been a breeze to put together so far. Great Product and customer Service!! So to all of you guys Thinking of doing this build, Get on it!!!

Thanks again for all the help so far on this form.

John

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Re: LM 18 First Time Build

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Started Fillet today. Waiting to dry, then will remove zip ties and start the fillet and shaping.

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