It is important to have a firm base on which to construct the model. Using the shapes on Drawing No. 16 in the manual as templates, make the stand from 10mm plywood. I made my stand from Oak. 


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  Line the edge where the hull sits with either thin rubber or self-adhesive felt. (This will stop damage to the painted hull when complete but anything helps, be aware).

  Place the hull onto the stand. If it sits slightly twisted, weight it down so that it sits perfectly level. As you build the model keep checking that the hull remains straight. Although the hull is substantial, if you are not careful as you glue the deck in, you can induce a twist into the hull!