If you are anxious to try your hand at a little fairing, feel free to do some before starting the deck.

I wouldn't try to finish the fairing because you might damage some of your hard work while you are working on the deck.

: Hey folks, This might be a stupid questions in some peoples eyes but, I am
: just about finished stripping the hull of my expedition and wonder if I
: should do a little fairing and sanding now before I flip it to do the
: deck? Or just wait till I finish the deck? Opinions are appreciated.
: Cheers, Elliott