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this is the goal in 5 or so years if I get halfway there I'll be happy
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As such the rebuild failed miserably
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would western cedar or fir work ? they seem like they would be soft .
I the fir is for the Samson post . it's 4.25x 4.25 now .the boat spec is 20000. I thought of upsizing it and cleaning up the deck opening for a tighter fit. it would be the cheapest option at less than 150$ for a 6x6 8 feet long. then trying to rip and plane it down.
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the fir is for the Samson post . it's 4.25x 4.25 now .the boat spec is 20000. I thought of upsizing it...
Here is a new one which is wider and actually fit the teak deck tightly.
I don't know why I was picturing something smaller when you gave me the specs - but I'd not be overly concerned about using Douglas fir if there was no better choice (i.e. white oak or locust).
Not sure how you are securing it where is passes through the deck. On wooden boats we use cedar wedges driven in and cut flush with the deck to prevent movement under load. It's a pretty slick system.
Here is a picture showing the old post and you can see the angle too. Its very solid.
The rears, one is made of Ash, other is oak.sdowney - what wood is yours made out of?
BTW - my wife is from Poquoson.
Ash? I've never used ash on a boat - but it's certainly a strong wood for it's weight. Does it hold up to weather? If so, that might be a good choice for the OP if it's available.
I've used it in projects where strength was critical and it's a decent wood to work with.
Ash? I've never used ash on a boat - but it's certainly a strong wood for it's weight. Does it hold up to weather? If so, that might be a good choice for the OP if it's available.
I've used it in projects where strength was critical and it's a decent wood to work with.