Another one of the "new" things that goes with this build is cutting gains. The gains even out the overlap at the bow. Tonight I cut my first gains. I used my rabbet plane (cheap as it is), a chisel and palm sander. I did not make the gains very long, but I think they'll be sufficient.
Before cutting them, I very carefully double checked the placement and fit of the plank, making sure I had enough overlap and checking to make sure the plank would hit the stem at the right place. When in place, I marked the overlap on the garboard and #2 plank back about 15" from the stem.
I did use a batten to give me a straight line. Here is the gain on the #2 plank.
And here is the fit of the two planks at the bow. Looks pretty good. Comes out pretty flush at the stem.
I did put two screws in the plank to insure that I can relocate it exactly where it needs to go when I slather epoxy everywhere. One at the stem and one at the midship frame.
And, finally, here is the plank setup for gluing. I've got a few little details to work out before I do that, but I'm very close to doing it. I like the fit. It came out really nice - a good fit! It hit the breaks nicely and I'll have 3/4" overlap in most places.
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