Punch a hole in a boat

The fittings have been removed.  Now for the frightening but fun part Removing the patch and re-patching: Patch Removed - Wow that is a big hole Hole cleaned up and patch made with a step joint Dry fitting the patch  Patch epoxied to hull and sanded smooth Seams tape with Fiber Glass tape and epoxy And then of course MORE SANDING P.S.  Traditionally people will use a scarf joint, but due to the awkward...

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To Do List

So the old boat has a new home, but for the time being it will not be a safe harbor. List of to do's: 1.  Remove all the fittings 2.  Remove old patch in hull 3.  Remove Stern 4.  Patch the hull 5.  Fit new stern 6.  Fix other minor dings and bits 7.  Sand till you are aching all over 8.  Sand some more 9.  Repaint bottom of hull 10. 7 Coats of Marine Varnish 11.  Refit all fittings 12.  Stand...

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