Great idea on drilling your screw holes from the bottom. I have to redeck my 20' utility trailer and I have been racking my brain trying to figure out how I was going to find the holes in the metal framework. Now that you've shown the "smart" way to do it, I will be able to replace my wooden decking on my trailer much easier. Thank you so much!!!
Every deck project I’ve ever done has started off by carefully measuring and squaring off each board. There’s always a 1/4 to 1/2 inch that has to be cut off so they’ll all be exactly the same length.
Wish you were my grandad 😂 I want to add wood floors to my mesh floor trailer but I don’t have any skills with this type of work. I will try drilling holes from underneath so I can put a washer on them.
GM Sir, I was nervous about doing the same thing as you. . . I am glad I fixed it. QC seems to have gone the way of the dinosaur . . . thanks for watching!
On the last board or two, try this instead of cutting the angle iron lip at one end or the other. Screw down one end. Just let the other end lay on top of the angle iron and have a friend stand on the board at that same end. Put a small hydraulic jack underneath and slowly jack the board while the friend is still standing on the end. As the board bows, it will begin to slide off the angle iron. When it clears the angle iron, slowly ease the jack down. It will help to take a grinder and bevel the top edge on the end of the board so it will slide into the slot easier. No cutting, no welding.
Yes sir you are right...attention to detail is sadly lacking on many products made here. It's also sad the trailer manufacturers don't take in to account we will have to change out our wood.
I agree with your comments 100% . . . I think a hinged opening would be ideal for access the wood boards on the floor. Next time, I plan to use expanded metal for the floor. Thanks for watching.
Great job sir! Will you do mine? HA! I have a Texas Bragg trailer also 6X14 and I am not looking forward to replacing my boards. Thanks for the detailed video! Very helpful!
Thanks for sharing. Ya did a great job. Love your property so nice.
Thank you my friend . . .
Great idea on drilling your screw holes from the bottom. I have to redeck my 20' utility trailer and I have been racking my brain trying to figure out how I was going to find the holes in the metal framework. Now that you've shown the "smart" way to do it, I will be able to replace my wooden decking on my trailer much easier. Thank you so much!!!
Glad you found the video helpful. Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to you and yours!
Every deck project I’ve ever done has started off by carefully measuring and squaring off each board. There’s always a 1/4 to 1/2 inch that has to be cut off so they’ll all be exactly the same length.
Yes, I learned the hard way. That was my first time doing a redecking project. Thanks for the tip . . . much appreciated.
Lol “This is a Texas Bragg trailer. They have poor craftsmanship” 😅 Great video sir. 👍
Hello My Friend . . . I love your play on words . . . although the has worked our fairly well, the craftsmanship is terrible. Thanks for watching!
Thank you for taking time to make this video.
You are welcome . . . thanks for watching!
Thanks for sharing
You are welcome….
ty so much for this video, re-doing a trailer and my gaping looks horrible going too use your idea have a blessed day.
Glad I could help . . . thank you for watching. Have a great day!
Nice job. I just purchased a trailer that I will need to do. I appreciate the tips
Thank you for watching . . . glad it was helpful. Next time, I plan to use expanded metal for the floor.
Wish you were my grandad 😂 I want to add wood floors to my mesh floor trailer but I don’t have any skills with this type of work. I will try drilling holes from underneath so I can put a washer on them.
I think your idea will work great. Washers and large bolts should do the trick. Merry Christmas Sir.
Good call on the wire. I have backed down a steep drop and ended up breaking the wiring.
GM Sir, I was nervous about doing the same thing as you. . . I am glad I fixed it. QC seems to have gone the way of the dinosaur . . . thanks for watching!
On the last board or two, try this instead of cutting the angle iron lip at one end or the other. Screw down one end. Just let the other end lay on top of the angle iron and have a friend stand on the board at that same end. Put a small hydraulic jack underneath and slowly jack the board while the friend is still standing on the end. As the board bows, it will begin to slide off the angle iron. When it clears the angle iron, slowly ease the jack down. It will help to take a grinder and bevel the top edge on the end of the board so it will slide into the slot easier. No cutting, no welding.
Wow . . . great idea Sir . . . thank you for the tip . . . appreciate it.
Yes sir you are right...attention to detail is sadly lacking on many products made here. It's also sad the trailer manufacturers don't take in to account we will have to change out our wood.
I agree with your comments 100% . . . I think a hinged opening would be ideal for access the wood boards on the floor. Next time, I plan to use expanded metal for the floor. Thanks for watching.
Great job sir! Will you do mine? HA! I have a Texas Bragg trailer also 6X14 and I am not looking forward to replacing my boards. Thanks for the detailed video! Very helpful!
Sure . . . I will be glad to help you ...lol. I should have purchased the 14 footer as well . . . . thanks for watching.
Thanks for the lessons learned. Mine looks a little worse than yours did.
Glad you found it helpful; thank you for watching. Happy New Year.
Well done!
Thank you
did you say burn motor oil all over it? tell me more please
Yes, used motor oil makes the wood last longer….. use a mop or paint brush on a dry day…… hope that helps👍
Great video. I was wondering how to get the last piece of decking in the end channels. You answered my question. Thank you
Glad it was helpful and thanks for watching!
Nice job!
And the trailer has to be bad with the name “Texas” in its name. Boomer Sooner!
Too funny my friend! Thank you for watching.
Good video sir! Have you looked at gatormade trailers? They’re very nicely built. Enjoyed the video👍🏻
Hello Sir . . . I have heard of the Gatormade brand, but have not purchased one. Thanks for the tip and watching!
@@danielchambers1958 yes sir! Have a good week