The Ribs and Gunwales
Fig. 8
The Ribs are Fastened to the Outside of the Keelson and are Curved under the Ribbands
The ribs are best made of cedar, cut from the same material as the planking. They are 1³⁄₄ in. wide and ¹⁄₈ in. thick. It is a good plan to saw out several long lengths and cut them off as required, the length being determined by measuring from gunwale to gunwale around the curve over the ribbands. The ribs are put in under the ribbands, and the thickness of the latter will allow sufficient wood for making a good fit at the sheer line. The gunwales are two straight strips, 16 ft. long, ⁷⁄₈ in. wide, and ¹⁄₂ in. thick.
Fig. 9
The Bent Stem is Fastened to the Keel with Screws at Both Ends