Re: [bolger] plywood questions
In a message dated 02/15/2001 8:<BR25:<BR39 PM
Eastern Standard ,porcupine@...writes:> While a number of people
Compare the weight of two boats built out of 1/4" of each type. The pine is
heavier than the fir by a good bit, but it is also stronger. You might more
logically compare weights of 3/8" fir to 1/4" pine.
Cheers/Carron
Eastern Standard ,porcupine@...writes:> While a number of people
> have built Micros out of thicker than normal plywood, my calculationsWhy ever would you do that? the above might be true, but it is irrelevant.
> indicate that a boat built of 3/8" pine would weigh 200 lbs. more than
> one built of 1/4" fir.
Compare the weight of two boats built out of 1/4" of each type. The pine is
heavier than the fir by a good bit, but it is also stronger. You might more
logically compare weights of 3/8" fir to 1/4" pine.
Cheers/Carron