djredman99
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Ok, so I built a stand this weekend so I can get my trailer out of the garage (& fit another Seadoo!).
First, I should say that this is not my design. I totally ripped it off of some pics I found on the net. Of the designs I saw, I did not like the PVC kind and amongst the wooden ones, this one looked sturdy, its design was simple, and is made of basic materials.
Materials
** Additionally, you could buy a 2x12x8 and cut 8 sections 2'x12'x10" and align the grain vertically and attach to the the 2x10 bunks (4 sections per 2x10 bunk). This will provide the tall bunk section with grains running vertical and horizontal. **
I tried to take quite a few pics of the process so if anyone wants to build one too, they can see how I did it. I used 3" decking screws along with liquid nails to attach the wood. You should pre-drill holes for the screws when you are close to the edge of the boards.
Starting materials
2x4's and 2x10's cut into 4' pieces. 2x6's cut to make (4) 36" pieces. the rest of the 2x6 cuts will need to be made later.
Started by piecing together the "bunks".
After the bunks are put together, space them evenly and attach (2) 2'x6'x36"
Next, I attached the bottom most 2'x6'x36".
Next, I cut the cross support. I laid the board across in position and used a pencil to trace the angle along the 2'x6'x36"'s it attached to. The angle is roughly 30 degrees. Cut on the large side here at first and then cut it down in small increments so you get a snug fit
Attaching the cross support
Flip it all over and start attaching the top 2x6 pieces, cutting them to fit.
Now, time to attach the casters. I used 5/16"x1 3/8" lag bolts. Be sure to pre-drill holes.
Before attaching the carpet, i chamfered the edges where the ski will rest.
Attach the carpet, and the finished stand
If you build your own and want to ask any questions, feel free to ask.
For a sturdier stand, you may want to double up the 2x10's or add a 2x8 along the backside of the 2x10 like the following pics. **Thanks Tony!**
Good Luck!
First, I should say that this is not my design. I totally ripped it off of some pics I found on the net. Of the designs I saw, I did not like the PVC kind and amongst the wooden ones, this one looked sturdy, its design was simple, and is made of basic materials.
Materials
- (4) 5" Casters, 330lbs......@$7.49 (from Harbor Freight)
- (2) 2x4x8......................@$1.95 (Home Depot)
- (3) 2x6x8......................@$4.89 (")
- (1) 2x10x8.....................@$7.98 (")
- (1) Tube of Liquid Nails....@$1.74 (")
- Hardware.....................@$7.97 (")
- Total............................ $66.22 (")
** Additionally, you could buy a 2x12x8 and cut 8 sections 2'x12'x10" and align the grain vertically and attach to the the 2x10 bunks (4 sections per 2x10 bunk). This will provide the tall bunk section with grains running vertical and horizontal. **
I tried to take quite a few pics of the process so if anyone wants to build one too, they can see how I did it. I used 3" decking screws along with liquid nails to attach the wood. You should pre-drill holes for the screws when you are close to the edge of the boards.
Starting materials
2x4's and 2x10's cut into 4' pieces. 2x6's cut to make (4) 36" pieces. the rest of the 2x6 cuts will need to be made later.
Started by piecing together the "bunks".
After the bunks are put together, space them evenly and attach (2) 2'x6'x36"
Next, I attached the bottom most 2'x6'x36".
Next, I cut the cross support. I laid the board across in position and used a pencil to trace the angle along the 2'x6'x36"'s it attached to. The angle is roughly 30 degrees. Cut on the large side here at first and then cut it down in small increments so you get a snug fit
Attaching the cross support
Flip it all over and start attaching the top 2x6 pieces, cutting them to fit.
Now, time to attach the casters. I used 5/16"x1 3/8" lag bolts. Be sure to pre-drill holes.
Before attaching the carpet, i chamfered the edges where the ski will rest.
Attach the carpet, and the finished stand
If you build your own and want to ask any questions, feel free to ask.
For a sturdier stand, you may want to double up the 2x10's or add a 2x8 along the backside of the 2x10 like the following pics. **Thanks Tony!**
Good Luck!
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