: Thanks Bill. In the mock-up I used 1 1/2" blocks & 3"
: spaces, wider blocks at oarlock positions--I like the look. The
: total outwale width including the spacers is now what the plans
: specified so there is no extra width.

: Harry
: NW Michigan
: Boat building can best be defined as an endless series of tragedies
: obscured by the occasional miracle, followed by a good bottle of
: beer.

You don't want the slots any longer or a hard hit on a dock corner could crack the rail.