Quote Originally Posted by 34_40 View Post
I use what ever breaks up the closest so I don't have to make a cut with an 1/8" between boards. I usually end up with one narrow(er) board say a 6" amongst the 8's.
Yeah, and 8's will bow easier, too. I'll go with 2x8's, leave a little space for drainage and cut down one like the originals. Thanks, Mike! You saved me a bunch of drilling, plus an hour or more laying on the cold, cold ground putting capture nuts on all the bolts!!