Dove tail boxes for model t coils

[racemo]

Would anyone know what kind of wood was used in making these boxes?

Thanks a bunch....

 

[gridleak]

They were not "dovetails" Its a "box" or finger joint.

 

[gridleak]

Sorry about that but I see them called dovetail joints a lot and it causes me to cringe a bit.
Don't know the type of wood.

 

[redmodelt]

You might ask on the Model T forum or at;
http://www.mtfca.com/discus/messages/331880/331880.html

 

[Mike V. Florida]

I know the new coils are made from "furniture grade maple".

 

[BILL WILLIAMSON]

Must be REALLY good wood! John gave me a coil he dug up, I gave it to Gene, he cleaned it up, & IT STILL WORKED!!!
Bill W.