I started this blog when I was restoring a 1917 Kennebec canoe. Now I have added to my boat building adventures, and built a kayak. I also have pages about birds and astronomy.
Friday, September 16, 2011
Steam bent stem blank
I took the stem blank off the form today and the springback was much less than the prior attempt. Looks like it really took the shape. Getting it up to a higher temperature and steaming for a longer time really made a difference. I took off the compression strap and clamped it back on the form for safe keeping. My form is wide enough that I can bend the next one and keep them both on the form. If time allows, I'll try and bend the second one this weekend..
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