Hi
I've got all the frames and stringers bungeed on for my Vardo and need to attach the stern and keel next, however I have a quick question about keel length and the plans. The plans say that the keel should be 14'2" but the first and last frame are 15'3 and 1'9" with probably about 2.5" of keel past the last frame into the bow and stern notch. This would only come to a length of 13"11". Not sure if I am just nitpicking or if I somehow missed another 3 inches somewhere?
Also do you recommend lashing the bow and stern to the keel and deck beams before cutting and filing the gunnel and stringers?
Thanks!
Nate