Pietenpol-List: Re: Pietenpol-List Digest: 8 Msgs - 02/16/01
Posted: Sat Feb 17, 2001 10:57 am
Original Posted By: "Richard Navratil"
Jim and list,In an effort to combat boredom and self educate, I did some researchand tests with Sitka alternatives. You can see my report on mywebsite: http://roberthaines.tripod.com.Robert HainesMurphysboro, Illinois********How does white pine compare to spruce or fir as regards strength?As I recall fir is somewhat heavier but is correspondingly stronger.Ispine stronger/weaker?how about weight?TIAJames Fuller*******________________________________________________________________________________
Jim and list,In an effort to combat boredom and self educate, I did some researchand tests with Sitka alternatives. You can see my report on mywebsite: http://roberthaines.tripod.com.Robert HainesMurphysboro, Illinois********How does white pine compare to spruce or fir as regards strength?As I recall fir is somewhat heavier but is correspondingly stronger.Ispine stronger/weaker?how about weight?TIAJames Fuller*******________________________________________________________________________________