A different take on DIY for boaters
05-05-2018, 02:50 PM
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A different take on DIY for boaters
Hey guys,
so, I am a very diy boater. Maintenance to repairs to, well, you name it. So, with that being said, how many of you have built your own covered storage? I am in Texas, the sun sucks, the Heat is oppressive and it rains mud... before I buy another boat (I am fairly set on one of two, same length different manufacturers) I would like to build a covered storage .
I have a levelled piece of the yard where I parked boats before, but even covers can't keep Texas out. Was thinking of a pole type setup with a roof similar to the house to keep it clean. Prengineered trusses seem to be a good way to go, I am assuming 24 OC... anyhow, just wanted to see of any of you crazy cats have any experiences to share...pics are cool too... thanks all!
so, I am a very diy boater. Maintenance to repairs to, well, you name it. So, with that being said, how many of you have built your own covered storage? I am in Texas, the sun sucks, the Heat is oppressive and it rains mud... before I buy another boat (I am fairly set on one of two, same length different manufacturers) I would like to build a covered storage .
I have a levelled piece of the yard where I parked boats before, but even covers can't keep Texas out. Was thinking of a pole type setup with a roof similar to the house to keep it clean. Prengineered trusses seem to be a good way to go, I am assuming 24 OC... anyhow, just wanted to see of any of you crazy cats have any experiences to share...pics are cool too... thanks all!
05-05-2018, 11:32 PM
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Maybe better off skipping the trusses and just building a tilted roof with sheet metal screwed down to the roof for wind sheer. Depending on how wonder it gets there make it able to sustain 120 to 140mph plus.
