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Offline H Rhodes

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Re: Fun Times With Elm
« Reply #15 on: November 07, 2012, 09:29:45 pm »
I have worked with winged elm a good bit, and have found that it is easier for me to saw a kerf with my skil saw and leave it to dry for a while.  That saw line will open up a bit and give you a place to start your wedge.  It is still no fun.
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Offline Josh Shuck

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Re: Fun Times With Elm
« Reply #16 on: November 07, 2012, 11:19:36 pm »
Thanks all for the input!  I really liked Ron's idea with lag bolts but the hardware store closed by the time I got home.  So I took the other part of his advice had the beer anyways and went to work.  I tried the wedge in the side method and it seemed to go a bit easier but by no means a picnic.  Staves have a bit of prop but I think I can work with them. 

I'll give them some time to season and then I'm anxious to try an ELB with them.  More to come!
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Offline Josh Shuck

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Re: Fun Times With Elm
« Reply #17 on: November 07, 2012, 11:20:23 pm »
Staves...
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