The toughest part about building the framing jig is making it 100% level on all planes. I live on top of a hill that lacks sufficient bedrock (not to mention in earthquake territory), so the soil below my house shifts frequently. Therefore, the garage is not exactly level. I inserted shims below the vertical pieces to correct any slants and dips in my garage floor. Additionally, I marked the location of each piece with magic marker on the concrete floor in-case the framing jig slips during construction.
Framing Jig, port-side view towards stern
Framing Jig, view towards stern
Today's observations:
1. 2" x 6" douglas fir is a lot cheaper than I thought.
2. I can no longer play foosball in my garage.
Today's mental notes:
1. Measure twice, cut once (maybe three times).
2. How can I fanagle 50 C-clamps into my wedding gift registry?
Today's observations:
1. 2" x 6" douglas fir is a lot cheaper than I thought.
2. I can no longer play foosball in my garage.
Today's mental notes:
1. Measure twice, cut once (maybe three times).
2. How can I fanagle 50 C-clamps into my wedding gift registry?
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Hey James,
I noticed you live in Pleasant Hill CA?
I live in Gregory Gardens and I just finished building a Glen-L Flying Saucer and I am starting a Sea Kayak 2.
If you want to check them out or if you have any questions, give me a shout!
~Bill
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