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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.

08-30-2007, 07:32 AM	#5
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,690	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.