: I finally at the point where the keel is lashed to the ribs and am getting
: ready to install the stringers (Using Morris' book). I have found however
: that when I put it on the floor to test fit the boat, the pressure on the
: ribs causes the gunwales to pull apart a bit from the deck beams. The
: don't pull apart so far that the beam pegs are completely out but it is
: noticeable. I am thinking that once the stringers and skin are on this
: won't be a problem. Is this normal or should I look at re-lashing the deck
: beams?

I'd re-tighten the existing lashings and not worry too much, as others have said, the skin will hold things together quite well.

Mike Savage
South West Cork