Michael Graessle
Enthusiastic about Wooden Canoes
I am trying to determine which rib tips to replace on my 1924 OT. I am not sure what a good rule of thumb is for determining which to replace and which to leave. Should I be concerned with a small crack or two in the top or how much "meat" is left to tack the rib back to the gunwales?
If you would not mind, of the attached photos which should be replaced? I included a sampling across the canoe. I have a feeling 65- 75% of the 104 ribs may need replacement.
Additionally, Should I be concerned with weakening the cone by replacing this many?
If you would not mind, of the attached photos which should be replaced? I included a sampling across the canoe. I have a feeling 65- 75% of the 104 ribs may need replacement.
Additionally, Should I be concerned with weakening the cone by replacing this many?