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Thanks for the input -- very helpful! I'll check on the backing board. I think the bow handle will need to be in place as I am not sure how I will be able to launch and recover the boat without it. We have a rather high pier -- about 4 feet above the water level at low tide, and about three...

Howdy everyone. Got my new project home Thursday -- a 1973 Sunfish. She appears to be sound and fairly well kept, judging by the appearance of her hull, fittings, etc. She's missing her bow handle, but not much else. Dagger board and rudder need some TLC and a refinish. Sail appears...