Strongback in new config to mount rails ( 2 per side, 1/4 inch thick, 14ft long). Came up with brace/wedging method to keep everything secure. I really dislike working on something that moves around when you plane it. Cutting the rails was exactly like cutting strakes for Beach Pea.

 

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Strongback With Top Off, getting ready to clean up edges

 

Testing my system – I like solid/stable

 

Wedges – simple way to solve

 

My solution – much better than restraining with straps etc.

 

Wedges worked great – pool noodles can’t be better!

 

Prepping strips and rail caps for glueing on one of two rails

 

Funny Kink – but per design requirements

 

Rail at nose really didn’t want to stay down

 

Verification of this clamping approach – worked great

 

Clamps, Tie-Downs, Screws, Duct Tape, plastic wrap – whatever it takes