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Old 11-05-08, 22:44
cherrie cherrie is offline
 
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Default Sheathing a folkboat?

Hi! I have a 1960 Folkboat that sinks every spring when we launch it. It has so many gaps and dries out every winter. In addition there are 6 ribs that need replacing and some wekness by the mast foot. I was wondering whether sheathing would be an idea? I know that it may be frowned upon, but the alternative is a major re-planking.
If sheathing is viable, then can anyone recommend any books on the subject? I have several questions already such as, Would sheathing sort out the structural problems (e.g. the cracked ribs) or would these need to be fixed anyway?
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