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  1. 26th September 2013, 11:00 PM #1
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    Hi I have a 38ft timber carvel planked boat, and I need to replace a few planks ( below water) when I get haul out in a few months, I am told that the planks are huon pine, I am on the Gold Coast, Qld where can I find suitable planking timbers, do I have to use huon pine or can I use a more ready available timber in Qld, any recommendations for timber suppliers can try.
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    No, you don't have to use the same species, but you do what one with similar physical attributes.
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    Hi - I could get you New Guinea Wau-Beech if that was suitable. Lengths up to 4.3 metres. I also have heaps of Qld white beech up to 3.6metres and some huon pine in short lengths. Pm me if any interest. Clive
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