Making a Scarf Joint

[@sailor-rick]

Much simpler than the way I have done it for 20 years. Thanks!

[@wallytuescher2175]

Ive watch more than a few how to videos for scarf joints. This method has a lot to recommend it .

[@geodesicairoliteboats1632]

Thanks Wally!

[@chrisleggatt3240]

Thankyou, this video has helped me achieve a considerable part of an important project for me. ❤

[@geodesicairoliteboats1632]

Thanks for the kind words, Chris! Good luck with all your projects.

[@williammarr1931]

Excellent demonstration. One I know I will use. Thanks for sharing.

[@tonyh4638]

Well done. Nice clear and informative video. Picked up a nice trick or two.

[@maxjohnson9904]

That is exactly what I was looking for! Thanks!

[@geodesicairoliteboats1632]

Thanks Max! Hope it works for you

[@kevinmencer3782]

If I wanted to use hand tools only (because my workshop is actually a garage in an apartment complex), is there any reason why I couldn't use a miter box or clamp that jig to my work table?

[@boots7859]

I am actually using wood very similar for that for hydronic radiator covers.

[@ebp184]

Very nice. Do you think it's possible to use this type of jig to scarf join cedar clapboard bevel siding. as long as, during the cuts, I keep the exterior face of the siding vertical?

[@geodesicairoliteboats1632]

I'm not a contractor but don't believe siding joint angles need to be quite as acute. Regardless of the angle, keeping the cut perpendicular to the length is critical. Thanks! Larry

[@keachmister]

Would it be wise to join two 2x6's using this jig but 22.5 degree instead.? The scarf will be fastened on top of a 4x4 post. I'd like to make it look clean as to one board. (Deck rail) Ha! Have the same 1980 saw.

[@geodesicairoliteboats1632]

There are a lot more qualified people than I to make construction recommendations but I've done something similar when building a deck. And you can't hurt these old saws!

[@keachmister]

@@geodesicairoliteboats1632 found out it's not doable with that width our old saws oh well thanks anyway

[@jaredbennett2827]

Do you scarf the wood before you cut it down to size or do you scarf the wood when it is the dimensions of the individual parts?

[@geodesicairoliteboats1632]

Hi Jared, that really depends on the dimensions of the wood you're using and the direction the scarf will run when you're done. Because there are 17 joints in an average large boat, it's easier to make one joint and cut them but if you choose to make individual joints, the technique is the same.

[@pablobartelotte4553]

one video that is difficult to find is how to make a scarf joint on thin plywood. it is prohibitively expensive to have a 16 foot long piece of 1/8 " (3mm) plywood shipped. I want to build a 14' kayak and the plans call for a scarf joint on the plywood.

[@geodesicairoliteboats1632]

Hi Pablo, that's a tough one. I really don't see how it's possible on 1/8" plywood. The solution would likely be some sort of reinforced butt joint that would then be fiberglassed after construction. Please let me know how you decide to tackle the joint. Thanks! Larry

[@lxoxrxexnx]

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[@MrJbunch1]

Do the degree change when using thicker boards

[@gill444100]

no

[@raynierllewis2827]

And that's a scarf joint