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Note: Bevel the top edge of the plank only.
20. Fitting Gunport Frames Prior To Planking:
Figures 25 & 25A:
Again there are numerous ways to construct gunport framings. This is a just one method that I found worked extremely well for me. From the plans determine the location of the gunport openings on the various decks. Ensure that none foul the bulkheads or the rigging channels. If you already have glued and positioned the bulkheads, no matter as you can just add the gunport frames sections by section between the bulkheads. The overall end result will be the same. However my preference is the cut into the bulkheads prior to assembly and use full length runners or stringers as I can get a more flowing line for the ports. Figure 25 shows what I mean by cutting into the bulkheads prior to assembly.
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