Posted by mitchell chester on January 04, 1999 at 04:46:41:
In Reply to: picklefork chine logs posted by Doug Follett on December 30, 1998 at 17:26:04:
: Help! In the process of bending the chine log on my runner side assembly I cracked the frame not once but twice. I am not sure if the angle is correct where the chine meets the stem. I think that I may be putting to much stress on the chine thus cracking the frame. Any suggestions would be deeply appreciated.
O.K., first, if the plans say to "cold bend" the wood, and you have the correct dimensional lumber, either the type of wood or it's grade, or it's seasoning (too dry) is not appropriate for that application. Try a different type of wood, make sure that the radius is correct, or my best suggestion is to laminate it in two thinner pieces. Good Luck!