To save time, I didn't cut a bevel into the transoms, I just used rectangular boards.
I sorta missed on this one, and created an even bigger gap.
No problem, I am going to just tape up the seam, and put an epoxy fillet in there.
First thing I need is a stick with a round end, sort of like a large tongue depresser.
I chuck a 5" sanding disk into my drill press and use it like a bench disk grinder.
Now that I think of it, I probably spend more time using my drill as a sander, than for drilling with bits.
I sand all sorts of stuff like this, really is handy to use.
Next I need to figure which filler I am going to use.
I only had a little bit of talc left, and I have a couple of repairs on my fiberglass boat to do, so I didn't want to use that up.
So I took some sawdust and ran it thru my blender.
I mixed this 50/50 with wheat flour to make it less rough.
I have previously used 100% wheat flour for fillets, and while it is VERY smooth, it is also a bit on the lumpy side and takes a lot of flour.
The sawdust will help bulk up the filler quicker.
Next time I think I'll use 70% flour, because the 50/50 mix was a little rough.
Give it a good shake, and that is some good looking filler.
Mix enough into the epoxy that it makes a peanut butter like substance.
I mixed in a little too much filler, but it will still work OK.
Smear some into the joints, and preso they are done.
I didn't do the inside of the chines at this time, I was in a hurry to get the boat done and on the water. Later I'll come back and fillet those too.
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