If I remember correctly, the kingplank on the pax is not required for structural reasons. It's used because it s difficult or not possible to get the tight radius curve in the deck with a 1piece deck. I stripped the deck, so it wasn't a consideration for me. I also removed the bow flare.
RE: Pax 20 kingplanks
» Submitted by Craig Robinson - Thu, 12/5/13 » 4:44 AM
If I remember correctly, the kingplank on the pax is not required for structural reasons. It's used because it s difficult or not possible to get the tight radius curve in the deck with a 1piece deck. I stripped the deck, so it wasn't a consideration for me. I also removed the bow flare.