NOTE: In the picture above, the superstructure fits nicely in the deck opening.  Later in construction after the superstructure is glued together, we'll fix any gaps between the deck and the superstructure.

  Now is a time for sanding the hull. Although we "rough" sanded the hull, now we have to sand the hull so it will fair smoothly into the deck outline. Very little sanding should be necessary to smooth out the contours of the hull. I used Bondo® auto body filler to fill the gaps in the planking.  This type of filler work good and is easy to shape if "rough" sanded before it completely sets. 

  The most important part of the hull that you will need to ensure that  is shaped correctly is the sheer knuckle and the bow.  These are hot only the most important but also the most difficult areas on the hull to shape correctly.  Take your time, sand, add filler, sand and repeat if necessary.  Look at the pictures to help you.  You can see the balsa planks at the bow, the filler is needed to "finalize" the