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Strip planking instead of carvel

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  1. Charles Wessel
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    Charles Wessel New Member

    Hello I am building a Lyle Hess 29.9 cutter. I am thinking I want to construct the hull in a laminated “ strip planking “. Method instead of traditional carvel planking. Any positive feedback is appreciated
     
    Charles Wessel, Aug 15, 2025
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  2. TANSL
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    I think you've made the right decision.
     
    TANSL, Aug 15, 2025
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  3. gonzo
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    gonzo Senior Member

    If you are not changing any dimensions, it is not a problem.
     
    gonzo, Aug 16, 2025
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  4. Charles Wessel
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    Charles Wessel New Member

    Yeah. I will try to keep it at 1 1/4”. Not ready to start yet. Something else I need to solve is applying fabric while the hull is upright
     
    Charles Wessel, Aug 16, 2025
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  5. gonzo
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    What fabric are you applying?
     
    gonzo, Aug 16, 2025
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  6. Rumars
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    Build the boat upside down like most people do when it's construction involves fiberglass sheathing. If you insist on doing it right side up the logical thing is to lean the boat on its side for glassing. Doing it overhead is the hardest way, but possible.
     
    Rumars, Aug 16, 2025
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  7. braoun
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    braoun Junior Member

    I think strip planking is a great choice for a boat like the Hess 29.9, it gives you a strong and fair hull with less maintenance than carvel. Personally, I’d go that route for the durability and ease of upkeep.

     
    Last edited: Oct 1, 2025
    braoun, Sep 30, 2025
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