Hi, folks. My wife and I have come to own the Penn Yan canoe which belonged to her grandparents and we'd like to restore it. I think it was built in 1948, based on it's serial number: "FX 48132". The canvas was badly torn in some places so we've removed that, following instructions in "The Wood & Canvas Canoe". We've begun cleaning up the varnish and, in the process, have found four ribs with cracks. We don't know how serious they are and we're hoping one of you can advise us. Here's a photo:
I'll admit that, if the ribs need to be replaced, I'm afraid the job will be beyond us. What do you think?
Thanks in advance.
- Chris
I'll admit that, if the ribs need to be replaced, I'm afraid the job will be beyond us. What do you think?
Thanks in advance.
- Chris