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Yes, but it is highly likely that the ribs in your two canoes have different shapes now as Dave mentioned. The restoration of my Otca... -
MGC replied to the thread Old Town building mold consistency.I think you will find that close enough is going to be good enough. There is enough give in shaped ribs that you will be able to tweak...
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Benson Gray replied to the thread Builders in Minnesota.The chapter list at the link below includes Dan's contact information as the head of the Minnesota chapter. Good luck, Benson... -
Benson Gray replied to the thread Old Town building mold consistency.Yes, but it is highly likely that the ribs in your two canoes have different shapes now as Dave mentioned. The restoration of my Otca...
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Dave Osborn replied to the thread Old Town building mold consistency.The molds could have been different to an extent. Also the canoes could have ”relaxed” differently over the years. It’s something you... -
Short term, duct tape and go paddle. Longer term, follow Mike's advice.
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I wonder if those among you who have more familiarity with Old Town canoe molds may have an opinion on this? I have two Old Town 50#... -
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Dan Lindberg replied to the thread old town canoe - wooden.Short term, duct tape and go paddle. Longer term, follow Mike's advice. -
Hi, Your canoe was indeed glassed at some point, and apparently, not very well. Many of us on this forum are not in favor of replacing...
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MGC replied to the thread old town canoe - wooden.Hi, Your canoe was indeed glassed at some point, and apparently, not very well. Many of us on this forum are not in favor of replacing...
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macdouga replied to the thread old town canoe - wooden.Here're some pics of the canoe highlighting the problems. My sense is that it is structurally sound, but needs some bandaids in the... -
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Dan Lindberg replied to the thread Builders in Minnesota.Give Dan Morlock a call, he is the current "leed" of the MN Chapter of the WCHA. If you want to look at a few, call me, if you want a...
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Are there any recreational builders near me? I am in Elk River area. Would be fun to talk to them and share experiences. Thanks Steve -
The flat head tacks are usually intended for canoes that will be covered with clear fiberglass to reduce the presence of visible air... -
Benson Gray replied to the thread Canoe tacks.The flat head tacks are usually intended for canoes that will be covered with clear fiberglass to reduce the presence of visible air...
