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Doug C.
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Initially Posted - 02/23/2004 :  17:01:51  Show Profile
I need to replace the keel bunks on my trailer. They look to be 2x12s that are about 3 feet long. Since these bunks carry a great deal of weight what kind of wood should I use? I assume that the regular dimesional stuff at Lowes is not acceptable. Is pressure treated an option?
All I know about wood is that it gives you splinters if you're not careful.
Doug & Mo Cavin
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OJ
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Response Posted - 02/23/2004 :  21:07:03  Show Profile
Hi Doug,

I don't have the same config but since no one else has replied . . . I'd be inclined to replace the boards with the same dimension lumber - and yes I'd use treated lumber which is almost always yellow pine.

Good luck!
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Mark Loyacano
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Response Posted - 02/23/2004 :  21:47:48  Show Profile
I don't have this configuration, either. I've noticed that those who do cover the wood with a black synthetic cloth like material sold at auto or trailer supply stores. It reduces friction and of course, protects agains splinters.
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Carl B.
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Response Posted - 02/23/2004 :  22:37:10  Show Profile
Doug,

I just replace the keel bunk on my trail rite trailer. I used 2X10 by 5 feet, but I doubled them up to make it a 4X10. Also I used pressure treated wood for what it worth. Then cover with outdoor carpet.
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Doug C.
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Response Posted - 02/23/2004 :  22:48:53  Show Profile
Dug out a tape and measured them tonight. They are 2X10 and 52inches long. Thanks for the input, pressure treated sounds like the ticket.

Carl, didn't stacking them to make a 4X10 force you to readjust all of the rollers?
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