Keel Build Out

Ok.  I finally was able to get a nice taper on the back lower keel frame.  It required that I actually learn how to set up my new band saw.  After a few test cuts I got it dialed in and the rest was easy.

I've seen some other blogs where the builder has had problems with the keel coming off the lay up warped.  This might be related to the manual not telling you much about blocking up the back of the keel to make up for the taper.  I think it's mentioned only in passing.  I used the scrap from the taper cuts to block up the keel.  It seems to have worked nicely.

Next up I make this permanent.

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