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Unread 03-15-2006, 12:57 AM
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Default Re: TEAK QUESTIONS/INPUT

I believe they used to make propellor shaft bearing for submarines out of Ipe (ironwood), it self lubricates in saltwater, machines like steel and is harder than woodpecker lips. Also used it to make wooden gears out of it for sidewheel paddle steamships.
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