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Hello Everyone,
I just became a new member to the forum, received my Zip Plans, and hope to get started with the build over the next few weeks. I am also new to boat building, but have a decent amount of experience with wood working (mostly furniture) and construction. My first question is more for my own education more than anything (and is probably taboo to even ask), but I was wondering that with all of the advancements with epoxy resins and the plan to totally 'encapsulate' every side of every member, is the type of wood for selected for framing as significant today as it would have been years ago (when the main source of protection may have been paint)?


Completely off topic, but my kudos go out to Roberta Hegy's Zip build. A very beautiful craft that I hope to someday create.

I believe its been said that epoxy is not 100% water proof, but it sure slows water down. But even with encapsulation the eventual bump, nick or wear will probably expose some of the lumber over time. I guess you can use whatever you want and just keep it well maintanied. I opted for using a recommended species that is more resistant to rot and mold in case something opens up that I don't catch right away.

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Ian (aka Iggy)
My Malahini Build

Thanks Iggy. That makes sense. One thing that I have learned already is that there is a lot to learn!

That is one big, true statement. I really appreciate this forum for the way it helps novices like me to negotiate the learning curve. Keep up the good work everyone.

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God bless all who sail here

Welcome,

In the grand scheme the wood was only 25% of my Zip's total cost. So even if you use lower cost/quality wood that saves you half that, it still isnt worth it to me. I've got too much time and other material costs invested for the boat to deteriorate before I am ready to let it go.

Keep us updated on your build progress with pictures. Enjoy, I am sure with your experience you will turn out a great boat.

-Chris

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