voodoolord
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My deck was 5/8 plywood and Im having a hard time finding 5/8 around here. Is it a big deal to go up to 3/4? Are there any drawbacks besides added weight? Thanks.
+1. I used 3/4" on mine and it worked great. I suppose it weighs a bit more, but not a whole lot and it's very solid. Make sure it's not pressure treated (if it's and aluminum boat) and seal it with some epoxy, f'glass or spar urethane/porch paint and attach all wood to the hull using stainless steel hardware and/or aluminum rivets dipped in 3M 5200 marine caulk/sealant. Aruaco (sp?) is a popular brand of non-PT, exterior grade plywood that is available at most Lowes/HD. You can also get your stainless hardware, aluminum angle, pink/blue insulation foam for flotation, and 5200 at the big box stores. About the only thing they don't have are the epoxy/f'glass supplies, but they usually carry the Spar Urethane and/or Porch Paint. Rustoleum Professional Oil based Enamel is also good stuff. If you have a West Marine nearby they carry spreadable 2-part epoxy. It's a little pricey, but you wouldn't have to have it shipped and it will seal the decks for all eternity.
I'm just curious.... where you from voodoo? No lowes home depot or lumber yards out your way? 5/8 ply is always in stock in those places... Like everyone said 3/4 is fine...bit more weight but your deck will be real firm![]()