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rckendal · 08-27-2007, 11:10 AM

Bed wood will be here wed. It will come sanded I have to finish it, is it best to brush on or can you use a sprayer to put varinish on. Just need some help with what others have done. Thanks for any help.

Metmanice · 08-27-2007, 11:46 AM

Couple weeks ago on Gearz, Stacey used a HVLP paint gun to do a set and even used an automotive clear coat. Looked great. He said you could then buff it just like your auto finish.

Wouldn't recommend it if you really wanted to use the bed...but damn it was pretty sweet..

cdowns · 08-27-2007, 12:13 PM

to get an optimum finish you'd need to finish sand it before starting applying anything// brush or spray you can get an excellent finish either way// if you do use a brush the quality of the brush has alot to do with finished looks a $25 brush gets a better finish than a $3 homedepot allpurpose one// ive seen a lot of dropdead woodwork on multimillion dollar yachts done with a brush

EAST SIDE LOW LIFE · 08-30-2007, 02:33 AM

Bed Time Story is a post that I just finished. It is a very complete post from start to finish. We used a sponge applicator, no chance of getting brush hairs in your work or air bubbles that can result with a brush.

esll.

Longhorn Man · 08-30-2007, 07:32 AM

If the truck will spend much time outside, then you need to make sure the varnish is UV safe.
I've never made it to this point on any truck of mine, but I've read on here that you'd be best off with a marine grade of finish, or you can stain it and then use an automotive clear coat.

Bishops Trucks · 08-30-2007, 07:55 AM

The marine varnish is best to use if exposed to the elements. Like they said above, use a good brush and sand between coats. After you have all the coats you want on the wood, sand the boards with a sanding block starting with 1000, 1500, then finish with 2000. When you are done sanding you can start buffing. Use a good quality compound and work up to the mirror finish that you are looking for.

EAST SIDE LOW LIFE · 08-30-2007, 10:53 AM

I cannot drive in the winter time, hell for that matter night time. But I didn't want to baby this truck so I did the stain and the tinted clear in Sikens. Sikens offers UV protection in their products. This is a Swedish company and the word Sikens means "FOREVER." It comes in satin or gloss. I choosed satin. I used this on my house outside as well as inside. This is made for the elements and you have a huge choice of colors to choose from.

Good luck with your project,

esll.

EAST SIDE LOW LIFE · 08-30-2007, 10:59 AM

Here are some pictures of my bed finished in Sikens.

Longhorn Man · 08-30-2007, 11:56 AM

Outstanding info, thanks
And the bed floor looks kick ass too

rckendal · 08-30-2007, 12:24 PM

east side, how many coats did you use and did you sand in between coats. Was your wood pre sanded. Thanks for the sikkens info. I have plans to do my bed friday and saturday, your bed looks great i only hope mine will turn out like that. thanks again for your help.

**slomotion** · 08-30-2007, 01:48 PM

A marine varnish, and some throw-away wood handled foam brushes. Cut the varnish about 30% with turpentine for the first coat to seal the grain. Cut the second coat 10%. Then apply 3 or four more coats full strength, sanding lightly with 220 grit paper in between. The varnish is mechanically bonded so the sanding scuffs the surface for bonding as well as smooths out the previous coats.
You can build up to 6 or 7 coats which makes a touch up easier. My thought is, if it works on boats in a severe invironment, it oughta work on a truck bed.
My favorite is Interlux Schooner #96.

Longhorn Man · 08-30-2007, 02:12 PM

good god that is beautiful!

Musclerodz · 08-30-2007, 03:11 PM

I don't think too many people are using their nice wood beds anymore as haulers. I have gone to using automotive clear cloat as a wood finish several years back on the vintage wood propellers we manufacture. It does not yellow with age, UV proof, and durable. Problem with sanding andthing finer that 150 will clog the pores of the grain. Once you are done sanding, wipe the boards down with a wet rag, not wringing wet with water dripping in the floor. It will open the pores and stand the grain up. It will feel rough again but will allow the finish to penetrate deeper into the wood. Apply 1-2 good coats, let it cure. Finish sand with 320/400 and apply 2 more coats and the wood will be as smooth as a baby's a$$.

**slomotion** · 08-30-2007, 03:34 PM

Thank You, Longhorn. Here's a couple shots of the other end. BTW, I do use this to haul. I have two pieces of plywood with carpet on the bottom that matches the skid strips. When I'm going to use it I just strap down the ply's and go.

Sorry, don't mean to hijack the thread!

Longhorn Man · 08-30-2007, 03:58 PM

what are those 2 studs on the bottom side of the hood, by the six appeal sticker?

LonghornJeff · 08-30-2007, 04:19 PM

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Originally Posted by Longhorn Man

what are those 2 studs on the bottom side of the hood, by the six appeal sticker?

Andy look closer they are magnet hooks holding the six appeal plaque.

Longhorn Man · 08-30-2007, 04:38 PM

ahhhh, I see.

EAST SIDE LOW LIFE · 08-30-2007, 05:12 PM

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Originally Posted by rckendal

east side, how many coats did you use and did you sand in between coats. Was your wood pre sanded. Thanks for the sikkens info. I have plans to do my bed friday and saturday, your bed looks great i only hope mine will turn out like that. thanks again for your help.

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I used two coats of Sikens dark oak stain and two coats of their clear tinted UV protectant clear coat. Every coat stain or clear is sanded in between. All the boards FOR "THEIR FIRST SANDING ONLY" were sanded with the grain with an electric sander with 150 grit. Air blow sanding residue off and stain. For every other coat we scuffed the boards with 4 zero Bull Wool.

esll.

EAST SIDE LOW LIFE · 08-30-2007, 05:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by slomotion

A marine varnish, and some throw-away wood handled foam brushes. Cut the varnish about 30% with turpentine for the first coat to seal the grain. Cut the second coat 10%. Then apply 3 or four more coats full strength, sanding lightly with 220 grit paper in between. The varnish is mechanically bonded so the sanding scuffs the surface for bonding as well as smooths out the previous coats.
You can build up to 6 or 7 coats which makes a touch up easier. My thought is, if it works on boats in a severe invironment, it oughta work on a truck bed.
My favorite is Interlux Schooner #96.

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Sweet truck!! Nicest flat deck that I've seen and I like the six banger they were good engines.

esll.

**John Fabris** · 08-30-2007, 11:05 PM

slomotion!! What an awsome flatbed!!!!! I always liked those styles of flatbed, and I do believe that in a few years I will build one!!!

**slomotion** · 08-31-2007, 11:53 AM

Thank You, it's a lot of fun to run around in.

Tim

shade67 · 08-31-2007, 11:57 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Metmanice

Couple weeks ago on Gearz, Stacey used a HVLP paint gun to do a set and even used an automotive clear coat. Looked great. He said you could then buff it just like your auto finish.

Wouldn't recommend it if you really wanted to use the bed...but damn it was pretty sweet..

Gearz? what station is that on???

Richard Dobson · 08-31-2007, 12:17 PM

I used Duron marine spar varnish. Appled about 5 coats sanding in between with 240 grit sandpaper. I used a good China bristle brush, the varnish is self leveling while drying so it don't leave streaks. I had to find a real dust free area to use for applying the paint because it attracts dust and anything else in the area.

Musclerodz · 08-31-2007, 02:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by shade67

Gearz? what station is that on???

ESPN

Dano69c10 · 08-31-2007, 02:51 PM

Those wood bed floors are nicer than the wood floors in my house!
Dano

08-27-2007, 11:10 AM	#1
rckendal Registered User Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: virginia Posts: 64	bed wood Bed wood will be here wed. It will come sanded I have to finish it, is it best to brush on or can you use a sprayer to put varinish on. Just need some help with what others have done. Thanks for any help.

08-27-2007, 11:46 AM	#2
Metmanice Registered User Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: USA Posts: 39	Re: bed wood Couple weeks ago on Gearz, Stacey used a HVLP paint gun to do a set and even used an automotive clear coat. Looked great. He said you could then buff it just like your auto finish. Wouldn't recommend it if you really wanted to use the bed...but damn it was pretty sweet.. __________________ '67 C10 SWB Frame off (and smiling)

08-27-2007, 12:13 PM	#3
cdowns Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: daytonabeach Posts: 22,956	Re: bed wood to get an optimum finish you'd need to finish sand it before starting applying anything// brush or spray you can get an excellent finish either way// if you do use a brush the quality of the brush has alot to do with finished looks a $25 brush gets a better finish than a $3 homedepot allpurpose one// ive seen a lot of dropdead woodwork on multimillion dollar yachts done with a brush __________________ 71c-10 350/2004r/4:11 lowered3/4 longbed/dead by hurricane MEANING OF DEATH::::: SOMEBODY ELSE GETS YOUR STUFF DONT BELIEVE EVERYTHING YOU THINK TAKE MY ADVISE;I DON'T USE IT ANYWAY

08-30-2007, 02:33 AM	#4
EAST SIDE LOW LIFE Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: VANCOUVER ISLAND, B.C., Canada Posts: 1,602	Re: bed wood Bed Time Story is a post that I just finished. It is a very complete post from start to finish. We used a sponge applicator, no chance of getting brush hairs in your work or air bubbles that can result with a brush. esll. __________________ Tomorrow is for doing today's stuff. ************************************* This truck has just the right amount of energy for me! Author: Warren Lake .... (member)

08-30-2007, 07:32 AM	#5
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,693	Re: bed wood If the truck will spend much time outside, then you need to make sure the varnish is UV safe. I've never made it to this point on any truck of mine, but I've read on here that you'd be best off with a marine grade of finish, or you can stain it and then use an automotive clear coat.

08-30-2007, 07:55 AM	#6
Bishops Trucks KEEP ON TRUCKIN' Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Sterling, Va. Posts: 5,731	Re: bed wood The marine varnish is best to use if exposed to the elements. Like they said above, use a good brush and sand between coats. After you have all the coats you want on the wood, sand the boards with a sanding block starting with 1000, 1500, then finish with 2000. When you are done sanding you can start buffing. Use a good quality compound and work up to the mirror finish that you are looking for. __________________ JIM '97 GMC Sierra K1500 '95 Chevy Silverado C1500 '71 Cheyenne Z71 / LT1 & 4-Speed SWB K/10 Father/Son Project http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4l689JKXPnA http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/payments.php "LIVIN' FREE FOREVER"

08-30-2007, 10:53 AM	#7
EAST SIDE LOW LIFE Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: VANCOUVER ISLAND, B.C., Canada Posts: 1,602	Re: bed wood I cannot drive in the winter time, hell for that matter night time. But I didn't want to baby this truck so I did the stain and the tinted clear in Sikens. Sikens offers UV protection in their products. This is a Swedish company and the word Sikens means "FOREVER." It comes in satin or gloss. I choosed satin. I used this on my house outside as well as inside. This is made for the elements and you have a huge choice of colors to choose from. Good luck with your project, esll. __________________ Tomorrow is for doing today's stuff. ************************************* This truck has just the right amount of energy for me! Author: Warren Lake .... (member)

08-30-2007, 10:59 AM	#8
EAST SIDE LOW LIFE Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: VANCOUVER ISLAND, B.C., Canada Posts: 1,602	Re: bed wood Here are some pictures of my bed finished in Sikens. Attached Images __________________ Tomorrow is for doing today's stuff. ************************************* This truck has just the right amount of energy for me! Author: Warren Lake .... (member)

08-30-2007, 11:56 AM	#9
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,693	Re: bed wood Outstanding info, thanks And the bed floor looks kick ass too

08-30-2007, 12:24 PM	#10
rckendal Registered User Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: virginia Posts: 64	Re: bed wood east side, how many coats did you use and did you sand in between coats. Was your wood pre sanded. Thanks for the sikkens info. I have plans to do my bed friday and saturday, your bed looks great i only hope mine will turn out like that. thanks again for your help.

08-30-2007, 01:48 PM	#11
slomotion Old Duffer Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Maine Posts: 1,822	Re: bed wood A marine varnish, and some throw-away wood handled foam brushes. Cut the varnish about 30% with turpentine for the first coat to seal the grain. Cut the second coat 10%. Then apply 3 or four more coats full strength, sanding lightly with 220 grit paper in between. The varnish is mechanically bonded so the sanding scuffs the surface for bonding as well as smooths out the previous coats. You can build up to 6 or 7 coats which makes a touch up easier. My thought is, if it works on boats in a severe invironment, it oughta work on a truck bed. My favorite is Interlux Schooner #96. Attached Images __________________ '68 Short C20 Flatbed Dually w/ 292 4bbl, Langdon cast headers, and WC T5 trans. '81 G10 Shorty Van "Good judgement comes from experience, and a lot of that comes from bad judgement." Will Rogers "Under promise, then over achieve."

08-30-2007, 02:12 PM	#12
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,693	Re: bed wood good god that is beautiful!

08-30-2007, 03:11 PM	#13
Musclerodz Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: OKC, OK Posts: 2,365	Re: bed wood I don't think too many people are using their nice wood beds anymore as haulers. I have gone to using automotive clear cloat as a wood finish several years back on the vintage wood propellers we manufacture. It does not yellow with age, UV proof, and durable. Problem with sanding andthing finer that 150 will clog the pores of the grain. Once you are done sanding, wipe the boards down with a wet rag, not wringing wet with water dripping in the floor. It will open the pores and stand the grain up. It will feel rough again but will allow the finish to penetrate deeper into the wood. Apply 1-2 good coats, let it cure. Finish sand with 320/400 and apply 2 more coats and the wood will be as smooth as a baby's a$$. __________________ Mike Redpath

08-30-2007, 03:34 PM	#14
slomotion Old Duffer Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Maine Posts: 1,822	Re: bed wood Thank You, Longhorn. Here's a couple shots of the other end. BTW, I do use this to haul. I have two pieces of plywood with carpet on the bottom that matches the skid strips. When I'm going to use it I just strap down the ply's and go. Sorry, don't mean to hijack the thread! Attached Images __________________ '68 Short C20 Flatbed Dually w/ 292 4bbl, Langdon cast headers, and WC T5 trans. '81 G10 Shorty Van "Good judgement comes from experience, and a lot of that comes from bad judgement." Will Rogers "Under promise, then over achieve."

08-30-2007, 03:58 PM	#15
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,693	Re: bed wood what are those 2 studs on the bottom side of the hood, by the six appeal sticker?



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08-30-2007, 04:38 PM	#17
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,693	Re: bed wood ahhhh, I see.

08-30-2007, 11:05 PM	#20
John Fabris TOTY 2006 Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Magalia CA USA Posts: 2,270	Re: bed wood slomotion!! What an awsome flatbed!!!!! I always liked those styles of flatbed, and I do believe that in a few years I will build one!!! __________________ John Fabris 67 C10 SWB

08-31-2007, 11:53 AM	#21
slomotion Old Duffer Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Maine Posts: 1,822	Re: bed wood Thank You, it's a lot of fun to run around in. Tim __________________ '68 Short C20 Flatbed Dually w/ 292 4bbl, Langdon cast headers, and WC T5 trans. '81 G10 Shorty Van "Good judgement comes from experience, and a lot of that comes from bad judgement." Will Rogers "Under promise, then over achieve."

08-31-2007, 12:17 PM	#23
Richard Dobson Registered User Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Easley, South Carolina Posts: 491	Re: bed wood I used Duron marine spar varnish. Appled about 5 coats sanding in between with 240 grit sandpaper. I used a good China bristle brush, the varnish is self leveling while drying so it don't leave streaks. I had to find a real dust free area to use for applying the paint because it attracts dust and anything else in the area. __________________ Richard Dobson

08-31-2007, 02:51 PM	#25
Dano69c10 Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Ontario, Kali Posts: 2,427	Re: bed wood Those wood bed floors are nicer than the wood floors in my house! Dano __________________ '69 Fleet It ain't yours, if you didn't build it!

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