Problems solved

Most of today involved figuring out how to turn vertical ribs into "T's".  The "T" shaped pieces are needed for the structure.  A top piece will be welded down by filling the milled holes.

Trail fitted T piece.

Hours of searching the internet finally led to Caiman Glove Company.  They sell  beautifully made welding gloves that are made in the USA from elk hide tanned in the USA!!!  Almost all leather is tanned in China and sweating activates the chemicals used in the tanning and dying processes.  It can eat the skin off your hand.  

Back working

After a nice vacation and some house projects, John is back at work.  

The tunnel is coming along.  In the foreground is a rudder that we found at Marine Surplus in Sarasota.  It needs a bit of modification, but not much.

Turning the boat around involves a trip around the yard.  The water has receded back to the lake edge thanks to a few weeks with no rain.  We do miss the birds.  

Two tarps suspended from the framework and wrapped around uprights make an extension to the shop.  The tarp stops the wind while welding.