Planking before or after transom install

[Jamie Coleman]

I’m working on the modelers central Matthew turner.  In the instructions it calls out installing the transom before planking.  This would require fitting both ends while planking.  I’m thinking I could let them run wild at the rear, trim flush with the transom support, then add the transom at the end.  Am I missing something that the transom adds at this stage?

[Gregory]

I would agree with your assessment.   Much easier to get a flush fit.