First canoe build

[Gamma1214]

The canoe build is going much slow then I was hoping for

I think that's normal. I keep saying that I'll build when things are slow in the winter but it seems I'm doing epoxy in the summer. Hang in there.

 

[Kliff]

I hope you have more Jimmy clamps than what's shown. I started with 25 on my stripper. On day 2, I paused long enough to make 25 more. I don't know I ever had all 50 in use, but close to it.

 

[Kliff]

Be sure you Skilsaw, is rated for at leas 13 AMPs. Most now days are 15 AMP.

The Skilsaw method is night and day better than a Band saw, or a Table saw !
Me, some 30+ years ago, cutting strips with a 13 AMP. Makita. That saw is still capable !

My saws have evolved, over the years. A Vise grip for a handle, and a bucket to keep the saw handy, and off the ground.
This Old craftsman has done a lot of cutting !

Jim: Can't help but notice the PPE. Wish I had seen that (and heeded it) when I was cutting strips. I have no known allergies, and have been working with wood a very long time. After cutting strips in shorts & no shirt for a couple hours, covered in cedar dust, I learned the hard way cedar contains chemicals that can cause nasty side affects. I felt like I had Covid for 2-3 days.

 

[Jim Dodd]

I had no troubles with skin reaction. but yes, Cedar can be detrimental to your lungs !!! I picked up a full face mask, that I will try the next time cutting strips. There is one out there that has an air pump and fastens to your waist. Definitely worth it if you plan to cut a lot of cedar !

 

[TravisH]

I hope you have more Jimmy clamps than what's shown. I started with 25 on my stripper. On day 2, I paused long enough to make 25 more. I don't know I ever had all 50 in use, but close to it.

Good to know, at least they fairly quick and easy to make.