This is what we did: Used a fostner bit to counter sink screw heads. Then used clamps to hold the wood in place as we bent it little by little and sunk the screws in. Went bent the wood, counter sunk then screwed the bunk board to the trailer. After the wood was placed, we stapled the carpet to the bottom if there was enough overhang otherwise we stapled to the side as close to the bottom as possible. Technical issues prevented recording that day.
How long were the 2x4s for the bunks? I am looking to rebuild the same trailer this spring. And did you look for 2x4s with a bend or did you get straight ones?
We used a 16 foot 2x6 that we ripped in half. Then bent it on the frame as needed. It was my one of my first videos, I apologize, it’s not the greatest!
Did you screw the bunks in first then staple the carpet on over the screws?
This is what we did:
Used a fostner bit to counter sink screw heads. Then used clamps to hold the wood in place as we bent it little by little and sunk the screws in. Went bent the wood, counter sunk then screwed the bunk board to the trailer. After the wood was placed, we stapled the carpet to the bottom if there was enough overhang otherwise we stapled to the side as close to the bottom as possible.
Technical issues prevented recording that day.
What type plywood did you use and thickness?
I need to do the same thing to my Nautique trailer.
We used 3/4” Marine ply
@@boatingpropless thank you. Great job
What did you use to seal the edges of the plywood?
It was Rustoleum Leak Seal. Pretty much Flex Seal.
How long were the 2x4s for the bunks? I am looking to rebuild the same trailer this spring. And did you look for 2x4s with a bend or did you get straight ones?
We used a 16 foot 2x6 that we ripped in half. Then bent it on the frame as needed. It was my one of my first videos, I apologize, it’s not the greatest!
How easy was it to bend the bunk boards to the contour of the trailer shape? I need to tackle this soon