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HULL ASSEMBLY - Glue the Stern (Part II)

1. In order to reinforce the inside seam of the stern piece, 1" heavy weave fiberglass tape will be epoxied over the inside joint. With scissors, cut two strips of fiberglass tape three inches long.
2. While working on a sheet of wax paper, brush the remaining epoxy/micro-balloon mix onto the strips of fiberglass tape. Wet both sides of the tape, then remove excess resin with the brush.
3. Inside the hull, place a piece of wetted tape over the stern seam on each side. Wick out any excess resin with the brush.

4. Making sure there is no epoxy on the exposed indexing lip, place the upper forward hull onto the lower and make any adjustments in the position of the upper stern piece that is necessary. Once everything is lined up, secure the pieces with tape. Dispose of epoxy mixing cup and brush. Set the hull aside and allow the epoxy to cure overnight.
 

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Trick of the Trade

What's a sure fire way to keep an adjacent part from being bonded while you use it to align another part that is being glued? When working with epoxy, spread a thin film of petroleum jelly on the surface to remain free from glue.