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That Bulkhead Is Huge

I’m building a Wharram Tiki 38, and this bulkhead is enormous. Honestly, it’s huge.

Monika Matis

26 Jul 2023 • 1 min read
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That Bulkhead Is Huge
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THAT IS HUGE!!!!

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