  The Ski Skooter, shown on Plate 54, is best made of ash. The runner is first made 5/8" × 3-3/8" × 39" and thinned down, for ten inches from the front end, to 3/8" thick. The runner is steamed, bent and grooved by the method shown in Plate 55. The upright piece is made 7/8" × 3-1/8" × 16-1/8" and one of the bracing pieces 7/8" × 1-3/8" × 12" and the other 7/8" × 1-3/8" × 13". These are cut at an angle of 45 degrees at each end, as shown. Ski Skooter The Ski Skooter is great sport on a moderate hill. The seat is made 7/8" × 6" × 12", and the top edges are slightly rounded. Two grips, which also have their lower edges rounded, are made 3/4" × 7/8" × 5". Ski Skooter Plate 54. Bending Runners Plate 55. Two strengthening pieces are made 7/8" × 7/8" × 3-1/8" and their ends are cut at 45 degrees, as shown. These are attached to the upright directly under the seat. Bore all holes, where shown in the drawing, and countersink them. Assemble with glue and screws of a size shown on the drawing. The color scheme is given on the drawing, but may be changed to suit individual tastes. Two coats of paint are applied, sanding carefully between coats. The seat can be upholstered if desired. |
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