magic43 wrote:
I had to build one that would raise mine 7". A 2X6 upright and another flatways made it exactly right.
I left those "wings" in front of the rear wheel wells which insures that it will not slip backwards.
Respectfully, it looks to me that there is nothing to prevent the platform from racking, and falling against the wheel wells. Two 2x6, on edge between the side 2x6s would solve that as a potential problem.
With platforms in general, I prefer kiln dried lumber, but only because it is lighter in weight, making it easier to remove the platform. Strength or rot is not an issue with any lumber for this application.
Wayne
