My beloved "OLD" Irwin has a leakage issue. Don't we all upon reaching a certain age. It's narrowed down to needing to lift off and reseal or replace the top rail...currently 3/4 inch teak, with no cracks or other visible means of rain water getting in. Opinions from this "shipwrite" and "that" shipwrite (OMG...sometimes it seems any nincompoop can call themselves a shipwrite) vary greatly, as does the cost. $1500 to over $4000! Sounds like a lot of "Boat Shielding", also known as BS!
So, anyone out there with some experience doing top rail resealing/replacement and what tips do you have. I have a complete shop, am a fair wood worker and have lots of time.
Your suggestions, appropriate, of course, are greatly welcomed.
Barnett
So, anyone out there with some experience doing top rail resealing/replacement and what tips do you have. I have a complete shop, am a fair wood worker and have lots of time.
Your suggestions, appropriate, of course, are greatly welcomed.
Barnett