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on the port and starboard sides of each
Section Mold. They provide the approximate
location for all planking for
the whaleboat. An example is shown
in Figure 1-5.
Next, fit the Section Molds to the Profile
Mold in their proper slots, but do
not glue them in place yet. Check to
ensure that the Waterlines on the Section
Molds align with the Waterlines on
the Profile Mold. See Figure 1-6.
While the Section Molds are still inserted
in their slots on the Profile Mold,
note that the top edges of Section
Molds 1, 2, 4, and 5 require a slight
bevel so that they follow the sheet of
the top edge of the Profile Mold. This
requirement can also be observed in
the Side View Plan on Sheet 1A. Using
a file or a sanding stick, bevel these
areas carefully. Section Mold 3 has no
bevel.
Next, fit the Section Molds to the Profile
Mold in their proper slots, but do
not glue them in place yet. Check to
ensure that the Waterlines on the Section
Molds align with the Waterlines on
the Profile Mold. See Figure 1-6.
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While the Section Molds are still inserted
in their slots on the Profile Mold,
note that the top edges of Section
Molds 1, 2, 4, and 5 require a slight
bevel so that they follow the sheet of
the top edge of the Profile Mold. This
requirement can also be observed in
the Side View Plan on Sheet 1A. Using
a file or a sanding stick, bevel these areas carefully. Section Mold 3 has no bevel.
Step 5: Finishing the Mold Assembly
Cut out the Profile Mold Cap Strip shown in the Top View of Sheet 1A. Note that it,
too, is cut from 1/8‖ basswood and has a 1/8‖-wide notch on each end.
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