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Wooden Gunwales
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Im restoring a fibreglass fishing boat which had wooden gunwales, which rotted away. I was wondering if any one had any advice on how to replace them (wood choice/bending etc) any help would be…Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by oscar ballantyne Nov 5, 2020.
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Ants Uiga replied to oscar ballantyne's discussion Wooden Gunwales
"From the picture, the hull looks like an interesting restoration. For what they are worth, here's a few comments.
A fiberglass hull without gunwales or other supports changes shape quickly. If you can find any original specs, use…"
David Witton replied to oscar ballantyne's discussion Wooden Gunwales
"Guy's right on - white oak would be a good choice - another option is ash. More info about steaming can be found here"
Guy Fredrickson replied to oscar ballantyne's discussion Wooden Gunwales
"Probably no need to steam bend if you use white oak. But you can if you must. "
Guy Fredrickson replied to oscar ballantyne's discussion Wooden Gunwales
"White oak is a good choice. I buy woods from Endsaw. Very pleased with their services.
http://www.edensaw.com"
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