You will definitely want to make sure you have the knowledge and skills to do this so that you can do it well - if not, find a good designer/builder...
One explanation regarding shallow vs deep water boat with regard to seakeeping ability has to do with the shape of the hull and how it interacts with...
wizbang,
good question. I have learned to never let it cure for more than a few days because it gets very tough to sand - I sanded a primed boat two...
Matt,
Read the Primer instructions and tech sheet and follow them to the T. Two coats of SilverTip Epoxy or Clear Coat (also S3), sand it to 120-150...