Frame construction wood

Plan to been construction on a 16 foot double ender with transom this winter.  Much of the suggested wood for framing (with the exception of douglass fir) is not available in my area of the country (Kentucky). Is white oak too heavy? Can anyone suggest a supply house?  I have looked at Noah on line.  And generally, how much board feet would I need for framing material?  My boat will be modeled from a Woodie Hindman design. Lots of questions with more to come.  Thanks, James Browning 

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Comment by Mike Baker on August 27, 2015 at 1:41pm

Why not use Doug Fir? I use it on all my ribs and seats (cvg). 150 LF of 1x4 should do the frames and seats.

Mike

Comment by Rick Newman on August 27, 2015 at 7:18am

James, take a look at the information posted on wood selection under the post 'Dry Rot in Frames.' It should help yousort through wood choices.

Rick

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