SR: You betchya! Let's wait till the Coho's come in in Oct. and do the Fabers - Baker run.

Driftwood: Did you replace that 1/4" piece, or just leave it off? I see no reason for the add-on, myself, and it would just create add'l drag on the bottom. Once the bottom coating is applied it should be nice and slick.

Salmo: Dang good thinking! I had not considered that moisture could still exit via the inside. It is good wood, and by the time the glass would go on it will be nice and dry.

Does FBBL also carry marine hardware? I need to replace the bolts that were attaching the gunnel rails, and want to use brass (or whatever is best).

I'll also need some epoxy (with wood flour added) to use as filler for numerous small gaps, like this one at the bow:



King: Thanks for the tip on the IPE. If I'm going to Anacortes, most likely a trip to Seattle won't happen. I would rather chew glass than go to that big city..too many people there for this kid.
I'll be sure to ask the folks out in Anacortes about it though.

I figure another week of sanding and paint removal and then I can start doing the fun work of the new transom, building new seats, sealer coats and finish paint and stain.

Target date for completion is July 10, and I'll do a birthday drift in celebration.

Mike