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patrick corry
solo canoeist
I just realized that I haven't kept up with updates. The canoe is nearing the finish line. Three coats of primer, and about to receive the last coat of finish paint, Kirby's #12 Bottle Green. The outwales were installed while the canoe was still in filler stage and shaped. I then removed them and varnished off the canoe while the painting was going on.
Prior to primer and paint, out in sunlight for the first time in about a year.
I have read several times that some install the outwales prior to the final coat of paint, lapping paint over the joint between paint and outwale- the logic being to seal the top of the canvas from water intrusion. I have never done this. Does anyone have an opinion about it? Was it ever standard practice from Old Town or any other manufacturer?
Very soon I'll be drilling and shaping the stem bands and finishing up the details. Delivery to her owner is going to be quite soon.
Prior to primer and paint, out in sunlight for the first time in about a year.
I have read several times that some install the outwales prior to the final coat of paint, lapping paint over the joint between paint and outwale- the logic being to seal the top of the canvas from water intrusion. I have never done this. Does anyone have an opinion about it? Was it ever standard practice from Old Town or any other manufacturer?
Very soon I'll be drilling and shaping the stem bands and finishing up the details. Delivery to her owner is going to be quite soon.
