A while since last update...
Borrowing from Gary Dierkings Va'a Motu design I decided to put some large wooden dowels through the end sections near the stem. I think they look neat and should provide a nice place for tying up, tying down for transport, carrying, etc. I've taken to calling them nose bones/piercings..as that is what they remind me of.
Simple template made to ensure holes all end up in same place.
Backing block clamped on to prevent tear out.
Nice clean holes.
I made some small ply rings to double up and strengthen the area a bit.
Glued in and small fillets added inside & out.
Then I glued in the deck supports and glued down the decks.
Next I think it's time to drag the hulls outside so I can bolt them together and do any fairing necessary and get the bottom ready for glassing.
The nose piercings are sweet looking! I can imagine they'd be quite practical too. One thing to watch out for, as I'm learning, is that ropes seem to get caught up on everything at the most inconvenient of times. Anything that sticks out can be a liability in this regard. Though I'm sure at the extreme ends you should be fine.
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