Stem Band Replacement on a Molded Veneer Canoe

[SouthernKevlar]

I'm finally getting around to replacing a broken stem band on my Allied Aviation Corporation molded mahogany canoe. I noticed that the original stem band shows no evidence of using any bedding compound or caulk under it, so I am assuming that it is not necessary with this type of construction. My plan in to remove the brass band, sand and varnish the hull (needed anyway), bend and drill the bands then attach the new bands without bedding.

Do any of you experienced band-benders have any advice on these plans? Any thoughts will be appreciated.

 

[Dave Osborn]

Use bedding