The boat took about 4 month of off and on work to build. it weighs about 200 pounds so its a pretty solid boat. i am yet to get the boat on the water since it just turned winter so stay tuned for. A stitch and glue boat that size typically doesn't need a jig. if the panels are lofted correctly the boat will take it's shape when they're stitched together.. sometimes a temporary spreader is placed between the gunnels at the point of maximum beam but that's about it.. This directory includes all of the plans that are specifically designed for stitch and glue construction. the rc model x-1 is an inexpensive way to try out this popular contruction method..
Stitch and glue is a quick way to get a boat, but this project was a reminder that this type of construction can take longer than one thinks if you try to get a yachty finish: hiding the fiberglass tape and fillets takes some fairing.. Stitching. basically, stitch and glue boats are constructed by gluing panels of plywood together using epoxy resin and fiberglass. the stitching is used to hold the panels in place while the glue is applied and allowed to cure.. Stitch and glue - wikipedia, the free encyclopedia, stitch and glue is a simple boat building method which uses plywood panels stitched together, usually with copper wire, and glued together with epoxy resin...
