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Location: davis,IL | I see tuffy put a link to my "old" post on the deck extension. I used stainless carridge head screws to bolt the angle to the wood. I also used 1/4" automotive window regulator rivets (you'll need a heavy duty riveter) to attach the angle to the sides of the boat where the deck fits in, if you make everything very close tolerence, friction between the carpet on the boat and the deck will keep it secure. I have to smack the bottomside of the deck with a mallet when I wish to remove it and basically have to stomp on it to fully seat it when I reinstall it.
Using all wood to build your deck is easier and probably cheaper, but heavier and more bulky. I know, I've built add on deck extensions both ways.
Edited by muskydope 9/5/2009 7:58 PM
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