flareside wood bed replacement
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09-21-2014, 01:07 AM
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Spar varnish works great if it has the UV inhibitors. They recommend for boats that are outside all the time to re-coat with a fresh coat every year or two.
When I built my boat I used the west System Epoxy then applied 2 coats of Spar Varnish with the UV inhibitor and it looked like new all the time I had it. I kept it covered or parked inside.
When I built my boat I used the west System Epoxy then applied 2 coats of Spar Varnish with the UV inhibitor and it looked like new all the time I had it. I kept it covered or parked inside.
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I cut a 3/8 plywood down to fit the bed. It is light to handle, rides up off the wood on the chrome strips and is easy to remove and store in my garage.I did paint it so its protected from the salt water and looks good in the bed. I use a kayak often and haven't had a problem so far.
I had a horse/cow mat - but very heavy for continuous removal - but you could haul brick and block without damage
I had a horse/cow mat - but very heavy for continuous removal - but you could haul brick and block without damage
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07-20-2017, 09:16 PM
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Is this bed wood dimension correct for a 1962 Flareside bed?
I'm doing the bed too. Ordered 48 board feet of red oak from a hardwood supplier. They didn't have the boards cut to 5 3/4 so I ended up paying for way more than I'll use. My son and I will do the work so no cost there. Planning to use stainless hardware and original (restored) battens. My wood bed had been covered by sheet metal by PO but all battens/slats were pretty rust free.
Still pondering finish. Any thoughts? I don't want to redo poly every other year.
Still pondering finish. Any thoughts? I don't want to redo poly every other year.
My truck had no bed when I got it so I have no idea of the bed wood dimensions for a 6 1/2' bed.
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06-03-2019, 08:19 PM
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