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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.
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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?
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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! :D One of the advantages! :wink:

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.
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Yes there is plastic underneath.

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It's a start! :D

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Started joining the side panels this morning. Should have these done by end of the weekend.
Could be setting up frames next Week!
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Nice progress Rover1!!! Jeff

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Making progress.
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My 2x6x16 have twisted in the past week. Is there any way to straighten them out? Or is replacement a better option.

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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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