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Wood to re-deck a Stepdeck

Discussion in 'Trucks [ Eighteen Wheelers ]' started by GrillN, Jul 5, 2011.

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  1. Jul 17, 2011 #31
    thedrifter

    thedrifter Medium Load Member

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    if you can find it i like to use cotton wood it is almost as hard as oak but way cheaper
     
    thedrifter, Jul 17, 2011
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  3. Jul 17, 2011 #32
    GrillN

    GrillN Bobtail Member

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    Thanks for the replies. I purchased African Sapele at a nice price. It's harder than apitong and I paid way less.. Anyone know what I can use to seal the wood? I'm looking for something good and non-slippery.
     
    GrillN, Jul 17, 2011
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  4. Jul 18, 2011 #33
    The Admiral

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    50-50 mix of turpentine and boiled linseed oil.
     
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  5. Jul 19, 2011 #34
    GrillN

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    Will just boiled linseed oil work?
     
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  7. Jul 19, 2011 #35
    The Admiral

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    Yes,but i think the turpentine is cheaper,plus it thins things out so it goes further and easier.
     
    The Admiral, Jul 19, 2011
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  8. Jul 22, 2011 #36
    GrillN

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    BTW, I was just contracted by a major lumber supplier to haul and sell Tauri aka Brazilian Oak to the entire trucking industry. As soon as I have the numbers, I'll let everyone know. Keep in mind it's actually harder than apitong. If you're looking for wood for your trailer, please keep me in mind. Thanks
     
    GrillN, Jul 22, 2011
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  9. Jul 22, 2011 #37
    CondoCruiser

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    I'm glad you got your problem solved.
     
    CondoCruiser, Jul 22, 2011
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    GrillN Thanks this.
  10. Jul 22, 2011 #38
    GrillN

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    Thanks Cruiser...
     
    GrillN, Jul 22, 2011
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  11. Jul 22, 2011 #39
    G/MAN

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    It will be interesting to hear how well the new oak lasts and if there is a difference in weight between it and apitong.
     
    G/MAN, Jul 22, 2011
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  12. Jul 26, 2011 #40
    GrillN

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    Almost done with the trailer. Painted it a Inferno Red with 2 part Pearl. Will post before and after pics tomorrow or the day after. The African Sapele took a very nice soild color after the linseed oil was applied.
     
    GrillN, Jul 26, 2011
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