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Bed support wood for 3600 stake bed?
#1603145 05/04/2026 9:44 PM
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I noticed that some of the support wood that goes between the frame and the stake bed on my 3600 stake bed is showing some rot. Does anyone know/recommend what kind of wood should be used for that? Are there templates anywhere for cutting the sloping ends or should I just trace the gap on paper and use a band saw to cut them. Any advice would be welcome. I have attached some photos of what I am talking about.
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G.O.T. (Good Ol' Truck), 1953 Chevy 3609 AD 3/4 ton with original 216 c.i. engine, 4 speed transmission, stake bed
Re: Bed support wood for 3600 stake bed?
Woodcmiami #1603209 05/05/2026 4:48 PM
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My thinking would be to use either red oak or white oak. After cutting to shape, I would think several applications of linseed oil would be helpful. Or, if appearance is not critical, used motor oil would help to waterproof the wood.
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Woodcmiami #1603230 05/05/2026 8:39 PM
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Post oak, then white oak would be my preference.

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1951 3600 with Clark flatbed, T5, 4.10 rear
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1990 5.0 V8 Miata (1990 Mustang Gt Drivetrain)
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Re: Bed support wood for 3600 stake bed?
Woodcmiami #1603260 05/06/2026 3:03 AM
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I just have the smaller wood blocks on my '46 and I used a few coats for Spar Urethane.

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