thank you very much for taking the time to correct my mistakes! I live in Maryland, USA, and the boat is on the hard in tilghman island, Maryland, on the eastern shore of the chesapeake bay.
I am constantly impressed by the quality of the forum, as well as the genuine kindness and depth of knowledge of the people here.
I have many pictures to add of the progress, and will be looking forward to hearing any advice that may be offered.
thank you all for your time and your help!