Sorry guys for not posting in a while; Aol screwed me on the billing and I cut my dial up with them. Cable is just so expensive but oh well; I will break down soon and be back online. Til then be patient, the pics are saved and will be coming soon. The darn library won't let me upload any pics.
From the pics it looks like you pulled it off without any bowing! that's really interesting, I thought for sure the 3/4" ply would bulge somewhat, even with the top braces you've put in. If you sight down the long back side, do you see any bulging in the middle?