Not sure if I was supposed to put my email on here. Anyway, let me know I am around. I'm only about 25-30 min from there. Luke
Glad I read all the posts before I told you to use a wire brush. This works the best. Also, never push down on the sander. Let the weight of...
I agree with PAR, 10 degrees is a huge loss. All of the reasons you have given (including Brewer's), don't come close to justifying a 10 degree...
Built a 30' Cutter about 10 years ago. Stations came laser cut in 3/4 ply. Huge stack. After laying the keel, stem, deadwood and floor timbers...
Well said PAR....... Wish I could put things into words like that! You might also think about sistering with a sandwich method. Rip enough...
In the North East fir is just about the only thing to use instead of teak. Never really noticed much about the growth rings, just laid it down to...
If you have cracked frames, they have to be replaced. It has to be one piece from the keel to sheer. A repair or scarf is bad. Especially if its...
Do you have any idea if the drawings are inside or outside of planking. Most times this note would have been added close to the offsets. Older...
Throw her in the water and see what happens. My grandfather used to say " If a lap strake boat has broken ribs get a dead viking and a match"
Fir, (Douglas Fir if you want to sound fancy.)
Sure, I'm flexible. Why don't you email me via my email & I can send you my phone number. Luke llclcrosby@yahoo.com
I'm in Plymouth. It's only about 1/2 hr maybe a little more away. Let me know when you'll be coming this way again and I can meet you over there...
Where are you located? I overhauled my grandmothers beetle and have been repairing them for a while now. Could be a great winter project.
