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Offline Bosox

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Trailer deck maintenance
« on: November 17, 2015, 02:19:26 PM »
Hey guys, I'm still new to this forum so move thread to the appropriate section if needed...
What is everybody using to protect their trailer decks? My deck is PT and in good condition. I just power washed it and was thinking now is the time to do something to make it last.
I'm thinking of Thompsons Water Seal, Deck stain or maybe the Deckrestore type products.
Any ideas?
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Re: Trailer deck maintenance
« Reply #1 on: November 17, 2015, 03:09:54 PM »
when i had a wooden deck on my trailer i used a combination of diesel and used motor oil. very old school as recommended by my old school grandfather.  i only have a metal deck now so i haven't  treated a wood deck in a while.

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Re: Trailer deck maintenance
« Reply #2 on: November 17, 2015, 04:15:55 PM »
Ian's Grandfather is a knowledgeable guy.
I'm assuming your PT wood is at least 6 months old, if it isn't I'd wait until spring.
Clear is easiest, just spray it on and your done, but it won't last more then a year, year and a half.
Semi solids will last 3-4 years if prepared properly.
Your tires will never get hot enough to damage the seal
Personally, I have a metal deck. 
 
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Re: Trailer deck maintenance
« Reply #3 on: November 17, 2015, 07:40:32 PM »
I thought about the old school used motor oil trick, but I often have coolers and camping gear on it for weekend trips. I'm leaning towards a good deck stain..
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Re: Trailer deck maintenance
« Reply #4 on: November 17, 2015, 08:07:07 PM »
I've never done anything to mine....   Wonder how long it will last :)
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Re: Trailer deck maintenance
« Reply #5 on: November 18, 2015, 02:38:30 PM »

Found a stain for PT
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Re: Trailer deck maintenance
« Reply #6 on: November 18, 2015, 03:26:13 PM »
i like the vise mount on the trailer
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Re: Trailer deck maintenance
« Reply #7 on: November 18, 2015, 03:40:59 PM »
Looks like a Wilton to me
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Re: Trailer deck maintenance
« Reply #8 on: November 18, 2015, 04:01:27 PM »
$40/gal

If it sucks at least it was cheap...
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Re: Trailer deck maintenance
« Reply #9 on: November 18, 2015, 04:59:31 PM »
Quote from: Posimoto on November 18, 2015, 03:40:59 PM
Looks like a Wilton to me
Nope, it's a Fulton vise.
It's never been in the way and it hasn't been used much but it's handy to have when you need one.
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Re: Trailer deck maintenance
« Reply #10 on: November 18, 2015, 05:45:19 PM »
What marina are you at?
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Re: Trailer deck maintenance
« Reply #11 on: November 18, 2015, 05:46:15 PM »
Oh and I have a metal deck, no additional help here.
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Re: Trailer deck maintenance
« Reply #12 on: November 18, 2015, 06:09:45 PM »
Quote from: Bosox on November 18, 2015, 04:59:31 PM
Nope, it's a Fulton vise.
It's never been in the way and it hasn't been used much but it's handy to have when you need one.
Decent quality vise, early 20s, made in NY.
The Fulton brand was an early low priced tool line offered by Sears as well.
 
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Re: Trailer deck maintenance
« Reply #13 on: November 18, 2015, 07:41:02 PM »
Quote from: jps4jeep on November 18, 2015, 05:45:19 PM
What marina are you at?
Chatham Yacht Basin
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Re: Trailer deck maintenance
« Reply #14 on: November 18, 2015, 08:38:38 PM »
way off topic but... any transient slips/overnight berths?
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