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What's the right tool for this job? - jgourlay - 10-19-2015
I need to replace a small patch of trailor decking for our boyscout trailor. Think of a piece 8" x 10" in a corner.
I'm really, REALLY not going to replace the whole sheet, just this patch. However, I don't know how to cut this patch out. A jigsaw is out as part of the area is over the steel frame of the trailor.
What do you suggest?
Re: What's the right tool for this job? - Admiral - 10-19-2015
Oscillating saw. You can go Fein, Bosch, Makita for big dollars and long term use, or $40 for a Harbor Freight. I've got a Bosch, and use it more than I thought I would have.
Re: What's the right tool for this job? - Grandpa Dave - 10-19-2015
I recommend an oscillating multi-tool. If you don't already have one you can pick-up a single speed at H-F for about $20 usually.
Use a bi-metal blade in case you come into contact with the frame.
My .02 worth.
Re: What's the right tool for this job? - Bob10 - 10-19-2015
back support it and rebate patch in place from top? Otherwise do you see any way to support it?
Re: What's the right tool for this job? - CLETUS - 10-19-2015
jgourlay said:
I'm really, REALLY not going to replace the whole sheet, just this patch.
You need to replace whatever is necessary to get the seams over the steel supports.
Re: What's the right tool for this job? - Cooler - 10-19-2015
A Japanese pull saw can get in tight places. It is such a small cut that I'd rather spend an extra 15 minutes with a $16.00 pull saw than use a oscillating power saw (going out to buy the saw will take more than the 15 minutes saved).
http://www.amazon.com/Shark-10-2204-Dowe...panese+pull+saw
Re: What's the right tool for this job? - Curlycherry - 10-19-2015
Admiral said:
Oscillating saw. You can go Fein, Bosch, Makita for big dollars and long term use, or $40 for a Harbor Freight. I've got a Bosch, and use it more than I thought I would have.
Ding! These are one of those tools that once you get one you will wonder how you ever got along without one. I got the Fein and hyperventilated over the price. I used it a few times and it paid for itself right there.
Re: What's the right tool for this job? - A Squared - 10-19-2015
Cooler said:
A Japanese pull saw can get in tight places. It is such a small cut that I'd rather spend an extra 15 minutes with a $16.00 pull saw than use a oscillating power saw (going out to buy the saw will take more than the 15 minutes saved).
http://www.amazon.com/Shark-10-2204-Dowe...panese+pull+saw
Except sawing thru a dirt and sand impregnated panel sitting on top of frame rails isn't going to do much for your saw. With an oscillating tool, it's a $6 blade, and a bi metal blade is going to survive the abuse better. Besides, once you have the Oscillating tool, the time you spent going to get it is going to be saved over and over on future tasks.
Re: What's the right tool for this job? - joe1086 - 10-19-2015
LIL
If you opt for the $20 HF saw be sure to get some real blades. The blades that come with it are cr*p.
Re: What's the right tool for this job? - Cooler - 10-19-2015
A Squared said:
[blockquote]Cooler said:
A Japanese pull saw can get in tight places. It is such a small cut that I'd rather spend an extra 15 minutes with a $16.00 pull saw than use a oscillating power saw (going out to buy the saw will take more than the 15 minutes saved).
http://www.amazon.com/Shark-10-2204-Dowe...panese+pull+saw
Except sawing thru a dirt and sand impregnated panel sitting on top of frame rails isn't going to do much for your saw. With an oscillating tool, it's a $6 blade, and a bi metal blade is going to survive the abuse better. Besides, once you have the Oscillating tool, the time you spent going to get it is going to be saved over and over on future tasks.
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If he owns a Sawzall, he can make that cut easily enough with that.