Console rebuild.

[B Mann]

I have the deck complete and going to rebuild the console. Does it make a difference if I use pressure treated wood or regular plywood?? 1/2 or 3/4 inch???

 

[jbcurt00]

On what?

 

[B Mann]

On what?

This pontoon boat is a 1988 Sylvan 20 foot. Rebuilding the steering console that has the switches and accessories.

Older style. I do not have a picture of mine but these are similar.

http://www.pontoonboatforum.com/uploads/6547/pontoon2.jpg

While digging for pictures... This one looks like it is made out of regular plywood.

http://www.pontoonboatforum.com/uploads/5784/Console_frame_1.JPG

 

[HotTommy]

Pressure treated should resist insects longer, but the chemicals can react with metals and cause corrosion. If you're willing to spend more up front to have something that will last longer than plywood, consider something like synthetic marine board made of plastic.

 

[legalfee]

Why not put in a new pre built console?

 

[ahicks]

Yup. The heavy vinyl/plastic consoles that are available are not that expensive, work pretty good, and will last forever. Highly recommend that route vs. a home built.

 

[B Mann]

Why not put in a new pre built console?

Never thought of it... Was just going to repair what was there before... I will look into it... Thanks

 

[Scott Danforth]

I would probably laser one out of .090" aluminum and weld it up.

 

[legalfee]

Never thought of it... Was just going to repair what was there before... I will look into it... Thanks

Check out Pontoon Stuffs Web Site.

 

[ahicks]

Just do a search for "pontoon boat console" on Amazon

They have them in plastic OR alum.!

 

[B Mann]

I would probably laser one out of .090" aluminum and weld it up.

Sounds fun. I need the practice. Diamond plate correct?? I just picked some up for another small project.

 

[Scott Danforth]

no, 5052 sheet so it would form easy and be naturally corrosion resistant (its what aluminum boats are made of). Diamond Plate is 6000 series, so its harder to bend and it is not marine.

 

[B Mann]

no, 5052 sheet so it would form easy and be naturally corrosion resistant (its what aluminum boats are made of). Diamond Plate is 6000 series, so its harder to bend and it is not marine.

I need a friend like you around here!!!

 

[DeepCMark58A]

Check out Pontoon Stuffs Web Site.

You learn more here by accident than you do other places on the internet. Found the pontoon ladder I want.