: Hey, guys, I'm about to make either a great decision, or a stupid
: one: I may soon be the new owner of a wooden GP14 sailboat! I
: haven't seen her yet, but I've seen pictures of her (I will
: visit in person tomorrow night) and it looks like I'm in for a
: long slog of brightwork restoration. Which, I kinda knew. If I
: want the personality of varnished decks, I must pay the price at
: some point!

: Anyway, I'm sure I'm going to have have some questions regarding
: the process. I'll be checking best practices against all the
: teachings of my Grandfather, back when I owned a wood GP14 when
: I was in high school.

: The main question for you guys, do any of you know of a similar
: forum for wood craft restoration where I can start lurking and
: posting?

: I feel as if I shouldn't clog up the works here, on account of this
: being a sailboat restoration, and not a kayak building project.

: Thanks for your help!
: Brian

Hi Brian,

You can as mentioned use the WoodenBoat forum or...you can just Email me. The GP14 I've only seen but I've professionally restored a bunch of sailboats as well as owned and still own several. I'd be happy to help.

Bill H.