> Looking at the temporary forms I noticed that the angle between planks 5
> and 6, the deck planks, isn't that much less than the angle between the
> deck and hull, at the joint between planks 4 and 5. I was wondering why
> they didn't call for a similar operation here. It would reduce the width
> of the outside seam.

> Has anyone chamfered back the planks that make up the deck at the plank 5
> and 6 joint or know why I shouldn't? Any other helpful hints or notice of
> stumbling blocks to avoid on the construction of the Coho would be
> appreciated.

I remember hearing from someone that beveled the keel on a pygmy... The temporary form are designed for a tight fit on the inside edge of the panels. If you bevel, the new deck won't quite fit the forms and will end up a bit on the small side. It might work.... I'd like to hear about your results since we'll be getting to the deck of our Osprey in a week or so, and the Coho is next.

Good Luck,

Tim and Louise in Los Angeles.