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Jason,

It should be two pieces, the main keel and the stem. The keel and stem joint is generally where the thru bolts are and they over lap with a scarf type joint.

Good Luck,

Phill

Peter,

I would give it a try. You may find that you will have to over bend in the direction opposite the curve to get it straight.
Worst case is that it will not work, but I think with steam and over bending slightly it should come back at least partially.

Give it a try.

Good Luck,

Phill

I made my reservations at Lauerman House Inn yesterday for the Rally weekend, so I will see you all there.

Think Spring

Phill

John, Have you tried contacting anyone from the Antique Outboard Motor Club? I would think someone there would have an answer. I just received my latest issue and note a guy by the name of Doug Penn is a contact for old outboard motor info and parts. His email address is: douglas.penn@gmail.com. Giv...

Buck,

Why not have the scarfs staggered in a step fashion, that will allow you to have access to the full width of the plank. A right angle grinder could be used in this area and a vibratory saw could be used under a lap if needed.

Good Luck,

Phill

Buck, Regarding your questions: 1 - The nails were the first to be installed when the stakes were first put on the boat and the screws were in installed after. This was done to speed up the assembly. Screws can be used in both places. 2 - Scarfs can be done many ways. With a plane, sander or grinder...

Peter, I would say, Go For It! It sound like a fun project and if you check around online, I am sure you can find the oak or pine you need. It may even be close enough to you and you can go to the mill and talk with them about what your needs are. Have fun sound like a neat project especially if you...

Andre,

I do not think that the small areas around the nuts on the interior of the hull will cause any problems with the varnish. That is a very small area compared to the flat surface surrounding these dimples.

It will be fine.

Phill

LancerJohn14,

Welcome Aboard!
Your boat looks like it is in very good shape. Will be a nice project for your retirement.

Good Luck,

Phill

Pete, More info is needed seeing as Thompson used the same hull for many of there different models. If you go to the main page on this site and click on "What Do I Have" and get all the information asked for there and post that info here along with a few pictures and the type of hull const...

Spiderhole, I found this post about posting pictures from 2006 under the "About Dockside Views" tab on the Board Index page. Postby JRPfeff » Sun Jan 01, 2006 7:05 pm JSC - I didn't read the FAQ, but I do have experience with another forum using this software. You first need to upload your...

Spiderhole,

To post pictures on this site you need to upload them to a website like photobucket.com and then copy the link from that site to you posting here on The Thompson Dockside.

Good Luck,

Phill

David,

From your description they sound like brad nails that are made for a the air brad nailers. The air nailer was most likely the tool that was used to attach the cover boards as it is fast and the brads are automatically recessed.

Good Luck,

Phill

Buck,

Welcome to the wonderful world of wooden boat ownership.
Take your time and it will all come together and she will be beautiful again.
Good Luck,

Phill

Pete,

Looks great nice job.

Good Luck,

Phill