I've used powerful work lights set low to shine down into the ends of the boat. Recently I used a powerful flashlight inside the boat to provide illumination. Getting good light is critical to doing a good job. The flashlight I used uses the same batteries as my cordless drill.

: Today, I will take the boat outside to work. My garage is dark, then I'm
: sticking my arm and part of my head inside a small cave (the hull) to
: work. I can't see what I'm doing. I have no idea how to see in that tight
: space while I am working. I must have just gotten sloppy while being so
: frustrated yesterday. Do you sacrifice a flashlight, laying it in the goop
: in the hull while you work. No, you must tape it up or something,
: otherwise it would be laying on the tape you are applying. Maybe I need to
: go to a surgical supply store and get a fiber optic light. That is the
: only thing there is room for.

: How do you work in there and keep it neat and clean? I can't imagine ever
: getting everything smooth enough to pack either end for touring.