Keel glue up and lead pour
Posted: Tue Nov 13, 2018 2:53 pm
Well, I'm making progress and learning a lot as I go … but two more questions for you guys.
1. The manual says to glue up both sides of the centre board case in one go. Is there a good reason for this, apart from saving time? I'm tempted to glue one side at a time. I know it will take longer but I would have a lot less going on at once in a place where accuracy is paramount. I want a straight keel!
2. I have been looking for a cast iron vessel for the lead melt and pour, to no avail. What other vessels have people used? Is an old saucepan any good?
Many thanks.
1. The manual says to glue up both sides of the centre board case in one go. Is there a good reason for this, apart from saving time? I'm tempted to glue one side at a time. I know it will take longer but I would have a lot less going on at once in a place where accuracy is paramount. I want a straight keel!
2. I have been looking for a cast iron vessel for the lead melt and pour, to no avail. What other vessels have people used? Is an old saucepan any good?
Many thanks.