Planer or jointer..which way to go?

[ian]

Thank you all for the many post and many things to think about. This is just a deck that is still structurally sound except for a 2"x8"x16' support beam that needs replacing. All the decking is screwed so those are going to have ot be removed anyway to get the decking up. I am leaning more towards a planer again.

Hi Aeros
is it possible to get to the underside of the deck and remove the 2"x8"x16' support beam without dismantling the entire deck?

Things like Acrow props come to mind to support the deck while the support beam is replaced

[Aeros]

Thats a great idea. I will have to look into that.
I recently picked up a nice belt sander that I might end up doing the deck with.
Thanks for the info!

[Fluddman]

You're looking at this all wrong!

The only reason to take on domestic improvements is to justify buying more gear.

Why settle for a belt sander. Opportunity don't knock all that often!

All the best