Mike, you flaunt that "Old Dumb Oakie" routine with great success, however it doesn't fool any of us. I don't know where a lot of us would be without your invaluable advice. I, for one, am in your debt. I have been on this site long enough to recognize the good folks and the idiots. Rick and Jeff, I also thank you both; and Jeff your project still deserves to be in the "I-Boats Forum Restorers Hall of Fame. As for you Gus, always enjoy your input...and I think I remember 3 years ago when you first started, you had planned on having it finished by the following spring.....yeah, you didn't say which spring. :facepalm: I am kind of like you in that regard, I am not continuing with something until I am happy with where I am. Probably like most noob's, I over plan and think, but when I am happy with it, I will move to the next point. Thank you also Gus, I have learned a lot from you. I will post more as I go. THANKS TO ALL, WOULDN'T BE HERE THIS FAR WITHOUT THE GREAT IBOATERS FAMILY.