Originally Posted by
timboy
Julie, Do you have pictures of your putting the wood in? Did you seal the wood and if you did , what did you use? What kind of wood? Was it a kit or did you make your own boards? From your description of your garage in another post, you have the tools to make your own boards. Tim
Hi Tim,
I have a final product picture. The was on my trailer that I'm making outof the back half of a 51 F1.
I specifically wanted a plywood sheet bed both to save expense on wood and strips, and make it easy to replace.
The top I soaked in WATCO Danish OIL for exterior surfaces, then top coated with Minwax Spar Varnish. I expect to beat on this wood - which is why I have the trailer, my truck is taking a beating. I undercoated the bottom.
If you are wondering about the best way to finish your planking, there are a number of good posts here to refere to with great ideas. Also, the MAR-K company has done an extensive number of tests on wood finishing and have those studies on their web site. In short, apply a penetrating poly based oil product, then top coat with exterior varnish - Spar!
Here is the link to our previous discussions, and to MAR-K!
https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/8...od-finish.html
https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/7...d-install.html
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