FRS 16 Hull Build: Progress Update

Student: John Hurff Project: Scoughxxuene 2.0 Hull Build Semester: Fall 2026

This document tracks milestone completion across all six build phases. Update after each phase checkpoint.

Overall Build Status

Current Phase: Pre-Build (Not started) Sessions Completed: 0 of 18 Hull Completion: 0% Final Report: Not started

Phase Completion Tracker

Phase 1: Setup & Planning

Target: August 20, 2026 | Status: Not started

  • [ ] Safety orientation complete
  • [ ] Workspace set up and organized
  • [ ] Kit inventoried and all panels labeled
  • [ ] Photo catalog of all kit components complete
  • [ ] Customization design sketch finalized
  • [ ] Material procurement list complete
  • [ ] All materials ordered or confirmed on hand
  • [ ] Journal entries 1–3 submitted

Phase 1 Grade (Build Quality checkpoint): —

Phase 2: Stitching

Target: September 10, 2026 | Status: Not started

  • [ ] Building supports set up
  • [ ] All panels dry-fit and alignment verified
  • [ ] Stitch holes drilled along all seams
  • [ ] Hull bottom stitched
  • [ ] Port and starboard sides stitched
  • [ ] Transom stitched
  • [ ] Bow stitched
  • [ ] All remaining structural panels stitched
  • [ ] Symmetry verified (beam measurements at 3+ stations)
  • [ ] Zip tie tails trimmed
  • [ ] Journal entries 4–6 submitted

Phase 2 Grade (Build Quality checkpoint): — Beam Measurements: Port = — | Starboard = — | Difference = —

Phase 3: Framing & Epoxy Seams

Target: October 1, 2026 | Status: Not started

  • [ ] All frames fitted and installed
  • [ ] All bulkheads installed
  • [ ] Frame alignment verified
  • [ ] Interior fillets — all panel seams
  • [ ] Interior fillets — all frame-to-hull joints
  • [ ] Exterior fillets — all chine seams
  • [ ] Keel fillet — full length applied
  • [ ] All fillets inspected and touched up
  • [ ] Journal entries 7–9 submitted

Phase 3 Grade (Build Quality checkpoint): —

Phase 4: Epoxy Sealing & Fiberglass

Target: October 22, 2026 | Status: Not started

  • [ ] Interior seal coat 1 — all surfaces
  • [ ] Interior seal coat 2 — all surfaces
  • [ ] Dry spots addressed
  • [ ] Fiberglass cloth — hull bottom interior
  • [ ] Fiberglass cloth — bilge/keel interior
  • [ ] Fiberglass cloth — transom interior
  • [ ] Fiberglass cloth — hull bottom exterior (full coverage)
  • [ ] Fiberglass tape — all exterior chine seams
  • [ ] Fiberglass cloth — transom exterior
  • [ ] All glass work inspected (no dry spots)
  • [ ] Rough glass edges sanded
  • [ ] Journal entries 10–12 submitted

Phase 4 Grade (Build Quality checkpoint): —

Phase 5: Custom Build-Out

Target: November 12, 2026 | Status: Not started

  • [ ] Interior layout marked on hull
  • [ ] Storage compartment dividers installed
  • [ ] Livewell liner fitted and bonded
  • [ ] Livewell plumbing locations marked
  • [ ] All storage/livewell wood sealed
  • [ ] Casting deck panels cut to fit
  • [ ] Deck support cleats installed
  • [ ] Casting deck bonded and glassed
  • [ ] Rod holders installed (quantity: —)
  • [ ] Rod holder backing plates installed
  • [ ] Power-Pole bracket installed at transom
  • [ ] Trolling motor backer installed at bow
  • [ ] Jack plate mount location reinforced
  • [ ] All new wood sealed
  • [ ] USA-made hardware documented
  • [ ] Journal entries 13–15 submitted

Phase 5 Grade (Build Quality checkpoint): — Rod Holders Installed: — of planned —

Phase 6: Finishing

Target: December 10, 2026 | Status: Not started

  • [ ] Full hull inspection complete
  • [ ] Fairing compound applied and sanded where needed
  • [ ] Hull block sanded: 80-grit pass
  • [ ] Hull block sanded: 120-grit pass
  • [ ] Hull block sanded: 180-grit pass
  • [ ] Edges and corners hand-sanded
  • [ ] Hull washed and dried
  • [ ] Marine primer applied — full hull
  • [ ] Primed surface inspected; defects addressed
  • [ ] Topcoat — base color applied
  • [ ] Topcoat — secondary USA theme colors applied
  • [ ] Non-skid applied to all walking surfaces
  • [ ] Final inspection and touch-up complete
  • [ ] Masking removed
  • [ ] Guest signatures on transom interior documented
  • [ ] Final build photo set complete
  • [ ] Journal entry 18 submitted
  • [ ] Final report submitted

Phase 6 Grade (Build Quality checkpoint): —

Final Report Status

Section Status Notes
Introduction Not started
SMART Goal Not started
Project Overview Not started
Materials & Equipment Not started
Build Planning Not started
Build Process Log — Phase 1 Not started
Build Process Log — Phase 2 Not started
Build Process Log — Phase 3 Not started
Build Process Log — Phase 4 Not started
Build Process Log — Phase 5 Not started
Build Process Log — Phase 6 Not started
Guest Participation Log Not started
Challenges & Problem Solving Not started
Skills Gained Not started
Results Not started
Analysis Not started
Conclusion Not started
Future Plans Not started

Summary Grade (to be filled by Academic Supervisor)

Category Weight Score Weighted Score
Build Quality & Craftsmanship 40% — —
Weekly Journal Documentation 20% — —
Final Report 20% — —
Photo Documentation 10% — —
Guest Task Leadership 10% — —
Total 100% —

Final Grade: — Credit Awarded: — / 0.5 elective

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