It is essential to prepare the hull of your wooden model boat before sailing. Putty is required to get a perfectly smooth hull. It will be sealed with resin and mounted fiberglass.
The reading of the plan must be attentive. You should anticipate the localisation of the radio controlled equipment: motor, propeller shaft, battery, servos, speed controller ...
Some kits are delivered with a preformed ABS hull for which the construction and sealing steps are limited. The use of epoxy resin is essential.