The two fuse sides are now joined and all cross bracing is complete. The instructions call for some internal diagonal bracing but I'm not sure if this is really necessary since I'll be adding a turtle deck which should provide some additional strength. The fuse came out nice and straight and is very strong, and the stained wood and black cross bracing look beautiful. I'm going to start drafting up the new fin design so I can determine how far back to carry the turtle deck.
Hope everyone is have a great holiday week.
Steve