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Date Posted: - Thursday - 10/28/10 - 9:32am
Author: Brett Clibbery
Subject: Bow Sprit Repair
In reply to: andrew bradley 's message, "rotten bow sprit" on - Wednesday - 10/13/10 - 11:38pm

I have just had a bow sprit on my downeaster 38 repaired and am quite happy. The estimate for replacement was a similar amount, about 7 G's.
I cut out the rot and laminated a new piece in. The original wood is honduras Mahogany so used the same. Cost was 7 hundred instead. Even a full replacement shouldn't cost you more than 1 G and your time. Best to get a 4 by 8 clear fir beam to start. Cut the port and starboard to match original shape. get a second piece to match thickness of inboard end. Wedge this piece to get thickness of outboard end and after matching first piece on sides. Laminate together. You can start the end piece with a deep hole saw the size of your fitting. Mine is 3 inches. Mark the depth you need and with a sharp chiesel and some a good sander you can make the end. This piece will be as strong as the original and you made it. There are a few good woodshops in Vancouver if your in that area who stock the wood you will need. Good Luck.

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