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Replacing Boards On A Trailer
Posted on 5/23/25 at 8:13 pm
Posted on 5/23/25 at 8:13 pm
I’m replacing my boards on my utility trailer tomorrow. I am using treated wood but I would also like to use a sealer. Last time I used Thompson Water Seal. Any other suggestions?
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Posted on 5/23/25 at 8:15 pm to Old Man and a Porch
Used motor oil.
Posted on 5/23/25 at 8:20 pm to Old Man and a Porch
I’m curious, if using pressure treated lumber, why would you need to use anything else. Boards on my BigTex lasted 15 years parked in the weather, I’m thinking that’s not too bad?
Posted on 5/23/25 at 8:20 pm to turkish
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Used motor oil
And diesel
Posted on 5/23/25 at 8:35 pm to RichJ
I’m just trying to get more life out of my boards.
Posted on 5/23/25 at 8:39 pm to Old Man and a Porch
what kind of boat...glass or aluminum?...
never mind...I see where you talking about a utility trailer...
never mind...I see where you talking about a utility trailer...
This post was edited on 5/23/25 at 8:43 pm
Posted on 5/23/25 at 8:40 pm to Old Man and a Porch
1/2 used diesel oil and 1/2 diesel should last for 3-4 years
Posted on 5/23/25 at 9:39 pm to DownSouthDave
quote:
Used motor oil
And diesel
This works great.
Posted on 5/24/25 at 7:30 am to Old Man and a Porch
I put a water based polyurethane finish over the new wood once I stained it for the color I wanted (which was slightly darker than natural). 
Posted on 5/24/25 at 7:43 am to Old Man and a Porch
I bought a new gooseneck last week. I’ll be treating the boards with 50/50 used oil and diesel mix. They should last a long time out of the weather.
Posted on 5/24/25 at 10:04 am to turkish
How long does it take to dry? My trailer sits outside and it’s going to rain tomorrow.
Posted on 5/24/25 at 8:15 pm to Old Man and a Porch
Agree with the other guys. 50/50 used motor oil and diesel. I do mine every other year. 10 year old trailer that I haul a 100hp tractor. Boards are in great shape still.
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