Boundary Waters Quetico Forum :: Group Forum: Boat Builders and Repair :: Mad River Gunwales
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woodcanoe |
Stewart River Boatworks near Two Harbors has clear ash gunwale stock too. If your a handy person and have some tools, it's not hard to do. If that stuff scares you, have a boat builder do it for you. It is a skilled process. Tom |
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GSP |
Is there another resource available or someone that makes them? I am in Mankato MN. Thanks for the help. Brian |
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bumabu |
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HighPlainsDrifter |
They are not complicated to put on after you have seen it done. I know that ain't much help. I suggest getting one of the many books on strip construction. The books will generally show you what needs to be done. You can down load a free copy of "Notes on the art of building the strip canoe" on NW's web page. A real nice book is "canoecraft" by Ted Moores. Generally you will need quite a few clamps to get the job done. One thing in your favor......... you do have a pattern of the gunnels sitting on the canoe. They will make life a bit easier. You will get a good idea of how to install new gunnels when you take the old ones off........ just hope that they ain't glued on. If they are glued, then the project starts to become more time consuming. |
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woodcanoe |
quote GSP: "Found a cabinent company in Mankato that will make the strips and decks in my choice of wood. Total cost with all hardware, tax and refinishing less than $150, including buying clamps." That's more like it. If it turns out nice, give the guy an extra $20. He's not gonna make any money at that price. He must be hungry. Tom |
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