8On the bottom of the false keel, lower part of the stern
and the bow there will be a 6mm gap, which will be
covered by the keel, sternpost and stem in future steps.
When all the plates are fitted, and the small gaps sealed
with glue, the hull will be ready for sanding. To bend the
battens, immerse them in water for a few hours, then apply
heat with an iron, or use a plankbender.
9 THE CUTTY SARK: STEP-BY-STEP
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