Mounting the transom to the frame

Transom mounts
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Rear Transom Mounted
Originally uploaded by OzzyC.

Last weekend we mounted the rear transom to the working frame. We started by constructing the vertical frame mounts. The vertical frame mounts were built from the bottom up, using 2x4s screwed to the 2x6 frame on the floor, and then screwing the two angle-cut 2x6s to the 2x4s. The angle-cut 2x6s are cut to the same angle as the stringers where they attach to the transom. This is shown in the first picture.

Next, we mounted the rear transom to the angle cut frame piece with screws. When you put the transom on the frame, make sure its level and that the angle cut mounts are placed an equal distance from the center, and in a place that wont interfere with construction.

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A little more progress

Our plan is that we do a little bit every week. So far, I think weve done something every weekend, but we havent posted after every weekends work, and the work definitely hasnt warranted a picture or video every week. This week is one where pictures, videos and long posts would definitely constitute overkill. Weve started building the construction frame, on which well actually set the boat frame and build the hull. Nothing too exciting. When the frame is completely constructed we will take more pics and do a video giving a thorough synopsis of whats been done and the labor involved. Stay tuned for further developments.

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