I'll source both . . . . Rainy day thank you's Mr Penguin and David 48
And while I'm saying thanks I think it's a good time to show of my latest woodworking skills . . . a stand to hold her upright as my giant grips are now redundant. I'm so impressed I think I'll make a dining room suite next . . . dresser, table, chairs
In summery (my thoughts) if anyone out there tackles this kit:
Make the first planks the waterway ones with carefully filed little drain holes
Plank UP to main rail level
Add the intermediate stanchions to strengthen these couple of planks
Work DOWN . . soak planks (not exceeding 4/5mm) for 20 mins, hold in place until dry, glue in with PVA not CA, thoroughly clean off any glue that squeezes out onto the frames
Taper the last 6 inches or so of every plank that meets the lower curve of the transom
And basswood is twice as easy to work than walnut or mahogany !
Need a dust extractor . . . Achooooooo !!!!!