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Jon and V Boat Conversions & Modifications
1991 1648 Tracker Sportsman 16
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<blockquote data-quote="jonboatjerry" data-source="post: 117036" data-attributes="member: 2355"><p>I agree with Nussy. I'd stick with plywood. You can use numerous products to waterproof the plywood and it will last for many years if it's not sitting outside uncovered. The 2x6 supports are a little overkill. I have a 1436 Lowe jon and used 2x4 supports along with a plywood deck. Most of the weight is in the deck, around 25 lbs. and the weight of the supports is close to 15 pounds. My whole front deck including supports the seat base and fasteners weighs around 41 lbs or so. I tried to keep it as close to 40 lbs as I could. I know your deck is much larger but you can use your imagination and a little elbow grease and come up with a much lighter and probably stronger deck than the one you removed. I also considered aluminum for my supports but decided it wasn't in my budget. lol Good luck! Have fun!</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="jonboatjerry, post: 117036, member: 2355"] I agree with Nussy. I'd stick with plywood. You can use numerous products to waterproof the plywood and it will last for many years if it's not sitting outside uncovered. The 2x6 supports are a little overkill. I have a 1436 Lowe jon and used 2x4 supports along with a plywood deck. Most of the weight is in the deck, around 25 lbs. and the weight of the supports is close to 15 pounds. My whole front deck including supports the seat base and fasteners weighs around 41 lbs or so. I tried to keep it as close to 40 lbs as I could. I know your deck is much larger but you can use your imagination and a little elbow grease and come up with a much lighter and probably stronger deck than the one you removed. I also considered aluminum for my supports but decided it wasn't in my budget. lol Good luck! Have fun! [/QUOTE]
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