I've read "Shadows on the Koyukuk" and believe that is the book you are referring to. The author is Jim Reardon, who writes several very good biographies, and I generally don't enjoy non fiction too much.
I have a couple of things for sale, at least a start on all the extra stuff I have floating around.
Jimmy Tarps Alpine Basin: in good condition, I only used it maybe 10 times- $250
Gunfighters/Mystery Ranch pistol holster: this is a drop leg system using the Gunfighters micro aggression panel...
10 miles must be the bone out point. I've packed from 9.5 miles with the bone in, so I am guessing 10 must be the bone out start. That's if you are backpacking. I've got animals now, so I never debone.
Withhold money from the items he has not been paid in full for. Hopefully your contract indicates that payment does not constitute acceptance.
Now that I am curious though, was the beam not sized as in the plans?