Sitting for almost 20 years...
So, I got a 1975 Terry 18' trailer for free. It needs work, and I am pretty handy. I plan to use it in the middle of nowhere, not at those pretty parks with hookups. I was surprised to pop the g...
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swimmer_spe wrote:
All tires were garbage, so, she has new rubber all around.
I know the floor is soft in spots. The metal underneath has not been breached. My thought (and I know it may sound crazy) is to lay 1/4 sheet of plywood on top, then a nice real oak hardwood floor. (I got the oak boards free) To screw the ply wood down, what length of screws dc I use that will not puncture the metal undercarriage?
First off, I hope you put ST tires not P radials on the trailer, there's a huge difference between the two.
As for the floor, yes, topping a soft floor is crazy. Unless you get the wet wood out of there the rot will continue to degrade the flooring, likely including the new stuff you put down.
If however you are determined to do so, don't use screws at all. Instead use a good quality construction adhesive.
If you're in the GTA'ish part of Ontario I can point you to the best sources for material and any parts you may need.
