However, I'm going to follow the instructions after all. The main reason is that although its quite easy to get the deck forms to fit (I'd coated the inside with epoxy a week ago), because the plywood is quite soft, I ended up with bumps and hollows where the forms either pushed the hull out a bit in the bow and stern, and pulled it in slightly near the middle, it looked a bit wavy. Of course the glass on the hull would make it quite a bit stiffer and fair the hull shape nicely.
]]>- I would agree the deck forms don't fit the hull precisely - but I adjusted them (after glassing the hull) rather than the other way round and it worked out okay. I certainly took time to ensure the forms were positioned correctly but that would apply whichever sequence you follow.
- The hull sides when glassed have some "give" in them and ensuring a good bond between hull and deck wasn't that difficult - if it was mildly awkward. So I wouldn't get too concerned as any "cajoling" needed at that stage should be gentle.
- I can see where you're coming from with your idea though - my main concern would be attaching the forms securely enough to build the deck on but temporarily enough so you could remove them - which may be tricky if you're attaching to the bare plywood.
- Otherwise, one advantage would be that by the time you're glassing the hull, if you start on the deck now, the weather should be warmer. The advice from Curlew on your blog about temperatures and "outgassing" is worth absorbing and taking note of.
All the best
Tim
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