Thanks Wayne and welcome to the forum. Would like to hear more of your experiences. There is definitely a wealth of knowledge out here from the experienced builders.
Thanks Jim for the comments. It would be nice to have hang from the ceiling. I actually have a electric hoist that I have for my kayak. I am a little over the weight limit, but still a possibility!
From what you both have said, I think I will try to do everything outside the boat. I do have my cradle on dollies, which raises the height, but I have a work bench I bought from Home Depot last Christmas and that puts me at a good height. Below is the part number. Very sturdy.
Gorilla Ladders Model # GLA-47WP Internet # 206127529 Store SKU # 1001396548
I probably will buy another one as well as a a small step ladder.
thanks for the help!