Replacing wood stringers

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  1. Capt.Bob
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    Capt.Bob Capt. Bob

    I have a 41' Roughwater gutted fiberglass hull. I have to replace the original mahogany stringers and I would like to reuse wood with epoxy encapsulation. They are roughly 1 1/2" wide and 8" tall. What would be the wood of preference?
     
    Capt.Bob, Feb 17, 2004
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    i'm no expert but all i've heard is spruce, fir, and marine also i think white oak not red oak because from what ive heard the critters love red oak just my thought of the day whats yours?
     
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    If you are planning on using epoxy, oak is a bad choice. The acids in it break down the bond. Fir, yellow pine are readily available good options.
     
    gonzo, Apr 16, 2010
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