Fitting the Deck Fitting the deck, step 5.e, side chainplates bolted into position, external view. Fitting the deck, step 5.e, side chainplates bolted into position, internal view. Fitting the deck, step 8, approximate positions of sides deck plank and stringers marked onto the epoxy coated ply. Fitting the deck, step 8, glueing surfaces lightly sanded. Fitting the deck, step 9.a. applying thickened epoxy to glueing surface on the boat. Fitting the deck, step 9.b, so many clamps! Note that a protective strip is placed between the hull and the clamps on both the upper and lower jaws to protect the build. Fitting the deck, deck fitted and ready for planing off the excess deck ply. Fitting the deck, step 10, excess deck ply planed off, note masking tape on the side to prevent marking. Fitting the deck, step 11, centreboard slot has been cut out. This also shows the cut-out for an inspection port near the stern. This marks the end of the Fitting the Deck section. Share this:TwitterFacebookLike Loading...