Composite Lumber

[earlandamys180]

1 of my bunks on my 180's Shorelandr trailer is starting to break and needs replaced so I am gonna go ahead and do them both. My question is they appear to be 2x6's about 8 feet long with about a 6 foot or over span between the brackets would the new Composite Lumber work for this? If so I don't think I would ever have to replace anything but the carpet ever again. Thanks

 

[Quint4]

I would think composite lumber would be too flimsy and not provide the needed rigidity.

 

[earlandamys180]

I would think composite lumber would be too flimsy and not provide the needed rigidity.

Thanks Quint, that was what I was thinking also even with a composite 2x6 and that is what I was also reading over on Iboats

 

[Loneranger]

I agree, composite would be too flimsy. You can space deck floor joists 24 inches for wood, but require 16 inches for composite. When I installed mine I used 12 inch centers for the porch joists.

John

 

[Sundancer]

Plus it won't give you a crack or splinter signaling it's about to fail. The bolt will just work it's way through the board and right into your boat. I'd go with tried and true here!

 

[Lake Erie Boater]

My question is they appear to be 2x6's about 8 feet long with about a 6 foot or over span between the brackets would the new Composite Lumber work for this?

NO it wouldn't. Period :wow: Check the manufacturers recommended supports for this planking. From memory when I build my deck, I think you will find they recommend 16 to 24 inches maximum span.