Rubrails were build from Southern Yellow Pine. Too lazy to build a steam box, I soaked them in the pool for 3 days, then secured them to the boat with a bolt every foot or so, with a little help from a heat gun for some fo the more difficult bends. They were allowed to dry in place, then glued to the hull with epoxy. Bolts were then removed, and thickened epoxy fillets were formed around the edges.
Last month, we flipped the boat for the first time. The inside was fiberglassed.
I also bought a motor from Northeast Marine in St Pete. It is a 2019 Tohatsu 4hp 20" shaft. For simplicity, I have decided to go with tiller steering, with a tiller extension.
Next, I plan to fiberglass the rubrails and build bench seats into the boat. Then, it will be time to flip back for fairing and painting the exterior hull.
