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[Todd F]

Andy, how much refresh do you need to do? IMO, assuming you strip and refresh the varnish and she does not leak or have any "damage", it will look fine and unique. Getting the internal paint out to reveal the internal wood and the rails, thwarts, seat frames etc it will look pretty good!

Having met Dave, Chris Pearson, and Dan Miller I would argue there is something about canoe restoration that invigorates individuals. Perhaps a few more canoes are in you future!

 

[andy52]

Andy, how much refresh do you need to do? IMO, assuming you strip and refresh the varnish and she does not leak or have any "damage", it will look fine and unique. Getting the internal paint out to reveal the internal wood and the rails, thwarts, seat frames etc it will look pretty good!

Having met Dave, Chris Pearson, and Dan Miller I would argue there is something about canoe restoration that invigorates individuals. Perhaps a few more canoes are in you future!

I'm hoping that after the laser stripping only a light sanding will be needed before finishing. outside is just a good sanding and a paint job.
Seats are going to be replaced or rescanned. Thwarts and carry handles just need a simple sanding before finish.
I don't have a crystal ball, so I don't if there are more in my future.

 

[andy52]

I'll be replacing the stem and stern strips with brass, and the diamond head bolts with brass ones.