I am replacing the ribs on a boat that is built with shiplapped cedar strips over oak ribs, Peterborough style. I have a question about attaching the new ribs. I am removing the old ribs and pulling the clinched copper nails through the strips leaving rows of nail holes in the hull. After I install the new ribs, should I reuse the old nail holes? If so, I was thinking of adding a copper washer on the outside to give them more purchase. If not, any recomendations on what to use to fill all those holes (I am going to end up replacing pretty much all the ribs). I am concerned about ending up with a polka-dotted boat. A couple pictures are attached for clarity.