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5th June 2014, 11:34 AM #1
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European Ash.
Hi all:
I am new to this forum ( and fairly new to woodcraft ) . I am looking for advice as to which locally available timber ( Western Aust / Perth region) has characteristics close to European Ash. Needed for construction of timber frame for veteran car bodywork..Last edited by valley; 5th June 2014 at 12:09 PM. Reason: Spelling
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5th June 2014, 06:57 PM #2
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When I am asked to make parts for restoring vintage cars I always use American Ash as it is way cheaper than the European. It is readily available from specialist timber suppliers. I have never found any Australian timber that comes close.
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5th June 2014, 08:30 PM #3
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As your from WA I`d be having a look at Blackbutt maybe.
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6th June 2014, 01:26 AM #4
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Maybe it's me, however if I was restoring a car, I would try to make it as authentic as possible.
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12th June 2014, 10:59 PM #5
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I'd suggest that you google 'Derek Doak, the Timber Bloke' and pick his brains, as he may have what you are after
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