In a message dated 8/18/03 4:56:24 PM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: >Has anyone replaced their hatchboards and toerails for an M15? Where did >you find the replacements? > >Thanks, > >Jesse
Jesse, I made replacement solid teak boards (not teak ply) for my M15. I used 3/4" stock and rabbetted the edges to fit the 3/8" slots. The thicker boards, while heavier, are more stable (don't warp), keep tight joints, and look decidedly more 'yachty.' I went with three boards instead of the original two. Using my shaper table, I designed a strong joint detail that sheds water outboard with a seamless appearance. I sealed these with four coats of Cetol which, after six years still looks brand new. Having used virtually every oil, varnish, synthetic on the market, I can't see ever going back. I have not had occasion to replace the teak toe rails on my M15 (they still look new), but have done so on other boats. Mind the direction of the grain. Vertical grain (as viewed from above) has a tendency to split to the outside when you bend to the contour of the deck/hull. I usually purchase my teak at one of two following sources: 1) B. Axelrod & Co. 2630 Jennings Street San Francisco, CA 94124 (415) 621-8982 www.onlyteak.com 2) Edensaw Woods, Ltd. 211 Seton Road Port Townsend, WA 98368 (800) 745-3336 www.edensaw.com Scott M15#478 'bebe' _______________________________________________ http://mailman.xmission.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/montgomery_boats
