Cleat Router Box

 In preparation for all the upcoming cleats requiring the inside exposed edge routed I knocked up a router table box from old MDF and chipboard. I left the front section open to provide access to my small Makita trimming router which was fastened to the table base. The box easily clamps to any bench and the front opening allows easy height adjustment of the router bit. A rear clamp will hold the vacuum hose for dust extraction. This will make routing the thin strips and small pieces of timber much safer, easier and quicker.

Thats the end of the nineth month of construction..........

Forward Laminated Cleats

 Laminated Cleats Between BH 1 and BH 2.

I wasn't keen on laying fillets along the join of the foredeck and hull sides between BH 1 and BH 2. The area is small and would require some gymnastic style moves whilst laying on my back, so I decided to install cleats. 

To maintain the fair curve of the sides of the hull, I cut 2 strips of 6mm ply to form the cleat.

Plastic is taped to the inside of the hull for easy removal of the cleats. 

The two strips are glued together and held in position by clamps until dry.

Once the epoxy has set the cleats are removed and cleaned up, notice the lamination maintains a smooth curve that will follow the side of the hull.