Chris wrote:

Glenn, thank you for your guidance. I admit I am an “ultra-novice” in terms
of boat repair. I am a pretty good carpenter when it comes to finish work.

Your advice led me to finding websites that had graphic representations of
what you described. After seeing many alternatives, I elect to follow your
lead and go forward with the scarfing method you described.
Eden Saw in Port Townsend is not an option (although I hear they are great)
they are a few more miles than I’d rather travel at today’s gas prices.

But again, Glenn, thank you for your insight. I believe this is what
newsgroups are for.

Yes, while Port Townsend is not the end of the world, you can see it
from there. :-) I would strongly recommend a BS6566 or higher grade
Meranti for your first scarf. There must be a local source as there are
a number of McKenzie kit makers around you. 3/8" 6566 has 5 plys and
1088 has 7. More plys means it will bend to a fairer curve and makes
your guide lines closer and easier to judge straightness.

--
Glenn Ashmore

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