On Sat, 09 Jun 2012 23:26:58 -0500, Ignoramus9564
wrote:

We just stripped and sandblasted our trailer, it is 20k Cronkhite with
a 18 ft long bed. The wood on it was completely rotted and I am now
looking for good options. I want this trailer to haul forklifts,
machines etc.

What options do I have. 1/4 inch diamond plate is very expensive and
costs $10 per square foot. I would prefer something cheaper that would
last 5 years.

White oak, doug fir, jarrah, and purpleheart are 4 commonly used woods
in the past (around the world) in 2+ inch thicknesses. Ipe is another
possible. All are good at handling weather and are tough, with doug
fir having the shortest life, 5-7 years. Doug fir and white oak are
probably your best bet for cost.

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