: OK, I've finally gotten started on my Merganser 17W Hybrid. All the hull
: panels are butt-jointed
: together. The next step is to glue on the shear clamps (3/4" x 1/2"
: x 18+'). These are to
: go on about 3/8" proud in the middle (cockpit area) gradually going to
: 1/8" proud in bow and
: stern regions. This all seems quite do-able EXCEPT at the bow where the shear
: line curves somewhat
: sharply. Any suggestions on how to attach the shear clamps at the bow? I can
: think of 4
: possibilities: 1) Just brute force it into shape using a bunch of clamps (and
: maybe a nail/screw or two).
: 2) Cut the clamp short and re-join the short piece at an angle to match the
: bow curve.
: 3) Just get as close as possible to the bow and cut off the last couple
: inches.
: 4) Make sure the clamp is 1/8" proud at the bow-tip and let it be too
: proud over the length of
: the sharp curve. It's going to be beveled back to the shear line in any case.

: What to do -- what to do?

: ---Paul

Brute force is never wrong

And a lot of clamps. I use a lot of big clothespins they are not as heavy as steel clamps and cheaper to

or you can just staple through the ply.

Also use rather thick epoxy

Unless the bow is very pointy I dont think you will have any problems

Hans