It was a good build weekend. The weather held out for the most part, except for upper 80s and sunny midday and late afternoon showers. I got the first 4 sections almost framed. I started by cutting the ribs out of plywood (17 ribs so far), them beefing them up with 2x2s. Next I attached the ribs to the base. Each one of the lateral support had to be cut by hand to match the unique angles on each end (very time consuming). I then ran a string from front to back to give me the curve I wanted on the top rail before cutting the ribs down to size. For added strength, I connected the tops of the ribs to establish the swoop of the top rail.
I have also included a pic of the 4 sections pulled apart to give you an idea how the whole thing goes together. Just for fun I have also shown you how to store a 20' pirate ship in a garage. I still have 1 more 5' section to build. Its the aft castle and a little more complex.
Check back next Monday for another update!
Keep on Hunting! ARRRRRR