Sources in NE for Backbone Timbers ?

[emichaels]

I already know about NE Naval Timbers, so I am looking for a couple more sources for reputable dealers of well seasoned, white oak or locust timber for a 30 foot, fairly heavy 17,000 lb, displacement boat.

For example:
The largest timber being the keel timber at 21' x 6" molded x 15" sided.


Any suggestions ??

Eric

[uncas]

Eric
For what it is worth, try Crockers Boat Yard in Manchester MA. He found a piece for a new stern post for Uncas without much trouble. Granted, not 21' but hefty enough. He seems to have sources.
He has a contact...can't remember the guys name, who has built a few good sized woodies recently.

Good luck!

[paladin]

Likewise....Bois d'Arc (Osage Orange) is available in lesser sizes, but takes epoxy adhesives extremely well for lamination to larger sizes and may outlast the oak.....most of mine came from cuts in Arkansas and Texas but I know it is available on the east coast..

[qm]

So much elm standing around! QM

[emichaels]

Thanks Jamie I will give them a call on monday.

Eric

[uncas]

Eric
Good luck.
I have a funny (good) feeling Sam can help ya.

[emichaels]

BTW Jamie, How is Uncas today. Steven B. told me about your repair situation. Are you underway again ??

Eric

[uncas]

Not yet. Sam has four woodies needing attention which suggests that it may be a while before Uncas' stern is addressed. She has some pulled planks ( to check on the structural parts ) and is out of the water. The only thing, LUCKILY, is the stern post all 5' high'16" deep and 7" wide needs to be replaced.
So, on the hard for the winter. One good thing, he is positioned in a good locale for a run to Maine.

Then again, there is that little glitch ( WBS at Mystic ) in late June.

[coelacanth2]

Look to some of your local arborists or tree surgeons. I have a couple of friends that regularly give away tons of rough-bucked oak or locust firewood-they hate to break it up, but nobody seems interested in big chunks of wood on a regular basis. It would be worth your while- they may be able to put ypu in contact with the owner of a portable sawmil, whho will be more amenable to custom cutting it , too.

[Ed Harrow]

Brad Ives, if South American hardwood is acceptable.

[JimConlin]

Contact info for Brad Ives:
http://www.deepwaterventures.com/