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> Hi all,
> I was wondering if anyone had any experience or insight into problems of
> strip building out of doors. I built a S&G boat(CLC North Bay) outside
> last winter. I covered the work with a tarp and used a rapid cure epoxy. I
> had no real problems and really enjoyed working outside (inside isnt
> really an option for me). I have the itch to build again but want to try a
> stripper this time. My concern is the expanding and contracting of the
> wood with changes in temperature and humidity. If anyone has any
> experience with this I would love to hear any insight or opinions. Thanks,
> John
I build outside on my deck, or in my driveway. I have no shade and tend to sweat on hot days. Between workd sessions I cover things with a plastic tarp.
My strip canoe took two summers to build. The first summer i did the strips, the second summer I finally could afford the glass cloth and epoxy. During the intervening seasons I moved the whole strongback, with frames and stripped hull still attached, into my garage.
There were a few nights when the tarp blew off during rainstorms and the whole setup got very wet. I had to sand out a few rust stains from the brads and staples, but the wood was OK, and the (non waterproof) carpenters glue joints held.
I have had to battle bugs in the resin and finish coats, and sunburn. I strongly suggest you get a cheap tarp or dining fly and set it up to provide some shade, and some pretection from precipitation.
Paul G. Jacobson
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