Date: Fri, 12 Feb 1999 18:15:32 -0800 (PST)
From: Ve Smith <ve_hengda_smith@yahoo.com>
Subject: Re: baidarka Baidarka rib jig
To: baidarka@lists.intelenet.net
I built something similar to this (but a lot cruder) to build my last
boat. It worked well, but I had to make two forms to accomodate the
difference in rib shape from the center sections to the ends. How did
you accomplish it?
I'm working on a folder right now, but plan to build a frame and
stringer form for my next traditional boat and bend all the ribs into
it. I think this method will result in a net reduction in build
time(despite the time required to build the jig), allow me to bend all
the ribs in one session, and result in fairer rib sections. I should
also be able to trim and install them in one shot and not have to put
up in the size difference between wet and dry ribs. I'll let you know
how it turns out.
---Gardner Congdon <congdorg@bc.edu> wrote:
>
> Phillip Jacobs asked about my jig for bending ribs, so I thought I'd
> post it for the whole group. My reasoning for this jig comes from the
> difficulty of the novice rib bender (me!) in getting consistent bends
> with dimensional rib lumber, thus adding to the difficulty of
achieving
> a fair hull. I believe this design will address this problem and be
> superior to other, less adjustable jigs (specifically in that the form
> is changed quickly and easily for each rib).
> I welcome your comments.
> http://www.gis.net/~gardner/image.htm
> -Gardner Congdon
>
> Philip Jacobs wrote:
> >
> > In message <36C2E094.409D6850@bc.edu> writes:
> > > Just been steam bending in the basement. Came up with a design
for a
> > > simple adjustable jig for bending oak ribs which I hope will
ensure
> > > better consistency and a more easily faired hull. I will
definitely use
> > > this next time. I'll be putting a web page together soon which
will
> > > cover my experience using Wolfgang Brinck's book, pointers for
those on
> > > their first attempt, and what I'd do differently next time.
> >
> > Gardner,
> >
> > I curious about your adjustable jig. Is it something that you can
easily
> > describe?
> >
> > Philip Jacobs
> > jaco0253@gold.tc.umn.edu
> > (651) 699-7938
>
> --
> Gardner Congdon
> Assistant Director, Program Development
> Office of Research Administration
> Boston College
> (617)552-2248
> gardner.congdon@bc.edu
>
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