Have completed stringers. now to look frames placement and strongback. At least no layout this time. wish it wasn't so gloomy here north of Boston.
Rover1
FS-17 Again
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Puzzle Joints
I need to assemble bottom and side panels next. These will need to be stored on edge for a while, 1-2 weeks, so I can set up the strong back and framing.
Do I need to put tape on both sides of joint or will one side be good enough?
Rover1
I need to assemble bottom and side panels next. These will need to be stored on edge for a while, 1-2 weeks, so I can set up the strong back and framing.
Do I need to put tape on both sides of joint or will one side be good enough?
Rover1
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https://boatbuildercentral.com/support- ... -joint.pdf
Here's the link to the puzzle joint how to! I don't believe you need fiberglass with the puzzle joints! One of the advantages!
To assemble a puzzle joint is simple:
▪work on a flat surface covered with
a plastic sheet
▪coat the edges of the puzzle joints
with epoxy resin
▪assemble the two sides by pressing
the joint together. The joint is tight
and may require some pressure: we
use a rubber mallet.
▪cover the joint with more resin
▪cover the assembly with a second
sheet of plastic, tap with a mallet
and apply pressure:
▪on that sheet of plastic, put down a
flat piece of wood or metal (a 2x4 is
fine) and put some weights on the
assembly
▪wait for the resin to cure
(overnight), grind the resin runs and
proceed with the building.
Here's the link to the puzzle joint how to! I don't believe you need fiberglass with the puzzle joints! One of the advantages!
To assemble a puzzle joint is simple:
▪work on a flat surface covered with
a plastic sheet
▪coat the edges of the puzzle joints
with epoxy resin
▪assemble the two sides by pressing
the joint together. The joint is tight
and may require some pressure: we
use a rubber mallet.
▪cover the joint with more resin
▪cover the assembly with a second
sheet of plastic, tap with a mallet
and apply pressure:
▪on that sheet of plastic, put down a
flat piece of wood or metal (a 2x4 is
fine) and put some weights on the
assembly
▪wait for the resin to cure
(overnight), grind the resin runs and
proceed with the building.
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Thanks BB,
That looks like I don't really need to worry about the puzzle Joints as far as strength goes. Maybe a couple of glass band aids for my own piece of mind. Always afraid that Murphy's Law is going to sneak up on me.
Rover1
That looks like I don't really need to worry about the puzzle Joints as far as strength goes. Maybe a couple of glass band aids for my own piece of mind. Always afraid that Murphy's Law is going to sneak up on me.
Rover1
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Yes there is plastic underneath.Re: FS-17 Again
Started joining the side panels this morning. Should have these done by end of the weekend.
Could be setting up frames next Week!
Rover1
Could be setting up frames next Week!
Rover1
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Nice progress Rover1!!! Jeff
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Making progress.
Rover1
My 2x6x16 have twisted in the past week. Is there any way to straighten them out? Or is replacement a better option.Rover1
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I really like TGIs for this. They are not too spendy, used for floor joists in many homes now day, are stiff and will stay dead flat.
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