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Building the 'Samba':


Continuing with the build of "Samba".

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Having fitted the mast base and socket, the fore deck can be fitted. This is the dry-fit stage. Starting to make up doublers for mast partner and access hatch. Checking fit of the deck against top of bulkheads and gunnel to ensure good glue up.
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A short section of mast tube is used to check alignment and that bearings are free (the mast rotates). Foredeck is now being glued on and the port side-deck main section is in dry-fit stage.
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Side-seat main sections are being glued on next. A view after all the weights and clamps have been removed.
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Seats are now complete with edges rounded and epoxy sealed. Fitting mid bulkhead stiffeners.

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