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 Topic: Flooring QuestionPosted: June-30-2008 at 6:05am |
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Hello all. This is a great site. I've already spent hours here, but I'm having trouble finding some answers. I have a 72' Skier and it needs a new floor. I noticed a few posts that said not to use treated plywood. Does this only apply to Stringers or does this apply to any/all floor material?? I'd like to inspect the stringers. How does one know or check if the stringers need replacement? Thanks in advance.
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8122pbrainard
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Posted: June-30-2008 at 7:38am |
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Darren, You don't want to use treated anyplace. The same resin adhesion problem applies to plywood or solid. You will need to drill some holes through the fiberglass covering the stringers. I suggest about a 1" hole saw.
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Posted: June-30-2008 at 10:52am |
Ill second that- welcome! |
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Posted: June-30-2008 at 1:46pm |
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Thanks! I'm glad I asked. So when you replace the floor, I'm assuming you just use regular plywood? Any particular kind. Does it get treated with anything at all?? I'll get some pictures up soon.
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Posted: June-30-2008 at 1:52pm |
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Darren, There are some great threads (with pictures) here on the subject. Check out "weeding the pumpkin patch" but be prepared to do some reading. Regular ply is fine treated with CPES. That's Clear Penetrating Epoxy Sealer. Do plan on using epoxy (not polyester resin) for all your stringer and floor work.
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Posted: June-30-2008 at 2:15pm |
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Sounds great. Where can one find CPES? Is this a common item you find at Lowes or a paint suppy?
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Posted: June-30-2008 at 3:31pm |
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Darren, I responded to your PM with the same but today we are having server problems here. I don't think it made it out of our system!!
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