I agree with the lack of decent instructions on the Dumas kits. Having some previous building experience with kits really helps to fill in the gray areas.

Dumas kits always seem to be overbuilt, not of the best quality wood, and sometimes confusing to build.

Keep at it ballgunner, and if you or anyone else ever needs help, you know where you can get it.

The Windy IS a nice looking hull, but it comes with the hidden price of its complexity.


If you haven't already built the pylon, an alternative would be to trace the shape onto 1/4" 5-6 ply plywood and make any adjustments needed to make it fit with the other parts. One piece verses about 12? Just my opinion