Chuck,
I guess this is the issue, I'm considering getting a late vintage
1980's, 30 foot Sea Ray and I'm not sure how important the wood's integrity
is. I'm under the impression it played a vital role rather than a place
holder for the glass.
Paul

"Gould 0738" wrote in message
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Chuck,

Depends on the stringer. Did the manufacturer intend to have an FRP
stringer
that just happens to to have a wood or foam core, or did the mfg put 3/32
inch
of glass to "encapsulate" a wooden stringer where the wood was actually
bearing
the stress?