Tuesday, April 24, 2012

Cockpit Rebuild - 1946 Yankee One Design "Westward Ho"

Existing cockpit removal

Charlie inspects the condition of the structural members

All floors and most frames aft of bulkhead to be replaced

Demolition from around keel bolts

New white oak fitted around keel bolts and to planking


Steam box setup

Teamwork and planning make bending the frames quick work


Bracing method - no place to use clamps
All floors and frames installed - now on to the seats