Wood to rest Keel on?

[Jack Hart]

Hi folks, getting ready, (Finally) to pick up the boat!I will be using the cradle as part of the trailer, in other words, I will drop the cradle and boat, (Oday 22) in between the rails on the trailer where it will rest on three crossmembers.My Question is this; Can I use treated wood to support the keel, (It is a shoal draft model?) The wood would of course be submerged when putting in and out, otherwise it is just supporting the Keel.Or should I use some sort of Marine type wood. I am using a 2X12 X 10 feet to lay in the cradle to support the keel.Thanks in advance.Jack

 

[Dave K.]

Treated wood is fine

Having replaced a number of rotten trailer bunks over the years, I can tell you that treated wood will be a big improvement over what trailer manufacturers provide. I use pressure-treated wood when I make replacement bunks.

 

[Jack Hart]

Thanks Dave!

Thanks Dave, I thought so. However I like to ask? There is so much out here information wise it is amazing!Jack HartConover, NC

 

[Larry]

Trailer Keelboard

I also used that greenish treated wood, but also covered it it some plastic type indoor/outdoor carpeting. It helps with "sliding" the boat on and off the trailer. You can find it at Home Depot.