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I cut 1”x1” squares of half inch plywood, predrilled them, wrapped them in packing tape then added deck screws with steel washers. The tape keeps them from getting stuck. I used these first and removed them the next day when putting on the plywood. They provided great clamping pressure and I was abl...

Skeg is fitted. Hull is faired. Ready for glass.

Thanks Carl. Not planning on using any stain. I like the look of the sapele with the epoxy. Pretty excited about where I am at. There is a chance I am ready to flip this year. Just have to figure out what I am going to do about paint. I plan on keeping the boat in the water when I finish it someday ...

Finally finished attaching the hull planking. Starting Monday I have two weeks off from work and hope to have the hull fiberglassed during that time.

I am making good progress on the bottom planking. I have to say working with 16’ long panels is a bit challenging.

I am building a Vera Cruise cabin cruiser that I am planning on keeping in the water most of the summer with occasional trips on the trailer to a few fresh water lakes near by. Home will be in the Hudson River in upstate New York. I had thought to use Blue Water Revolution paint but it seems to be u...

Carl. I saw your trick with the wood washers and made up a 5 gallon pail of them before I started. Added a steel washer and wrapped them in packing tape so they wouldn’t stick. Has worked well so far.

Looking sharp.

Just getting things fitted in this pic.

Working on the bottom planking now. It is challenging working with a 16’ sheet of plywood. A little nervous about the epoxy work. Even the extra slow hardener still feels like not enough time.

Finally got a little warm weather and was able to glue my last side panel on. Also did a little experimenting with the West system scarffing attachment for my circular saw. Pretty happy with the results.

Thanks Lee. Thought I was ready to go for the season but Mother Nature had different plans. Expecting snow where I am in New York and unseasonably cold weather for the next two weeks.

Starting my third season building my boat. Seemed like a good time to start participating in the forum a bit more. I am currently planking the sides. Really starting to look like something now.

Looking great.

Wow. Your boat is amazing. I am getting ready to start my third season building a Vera Cruz and seeing your work is truly inspirational.