Rims cut out

Frame 3 - Note the greaseproof paper under the edges to stop epoxy sticking to the supports

Frame 1 - First frame constructed

Now it was onto making the frames. These were laid out on 6mm plywood and then cut out with a jigsaw. Edge timber of cedar was epoxy glued as shown in the plan. When the glue had set stainless steel screws were added as a mechanical joiner.
 The centrelines and waterline were marked on both sides of all frames to assist in placing them on the strongback.
 Notches for the stringers, chines, keels etc were marked onto the completed frames and cut out, once again using the jigsaw. After blunting one timber blade I switched to a high speed steel blade which handled cutting the epoxy glue better.
 All frames were then given a coat of epoxy resin with TPRDA added. This additive helps the epoxy penetrate the timber and protect it from rot.

Making the Frames