Pallet Skateboard

Hi !

In this intructable I'm going to show you how to make a cheap and nice skateboard out of pallet wood.

I'll try to write it without faults even if I'm French ...

Tools You'll Need:

• Saw
• Wood Router
• Sander
• Sandpaper of different grits
• Claws
• Clamps
• Drill

Materials You'll Need:

• Palet
• Some skate stuff (wheels...)
• Varnish
• Skateboard Grip

Step 1: Find Pallet

First, you obviously need a pallet... You can find some in or behind stores and construction sites.

Step 2: Disassemble the Pallet

You can use a crowbar or a metal saw, but if you're using a metal saw, be careful to remove all nails.

Step 3: Glue the Planks Together

But don't forget to clean them with sandpaper or a sander.

Spread glue on each plank and join them on the width with a clamp.

Wait 24 hours to dry.

Step 4: Cut the Wood in the Width Side

1. Cut it to make it thiner.

Step 5: Cut It Again in the Width Side

Make sure you let a drop at the back what's going to become the tail of the skateboard.

Keep sawing it until you reach a good width (around 1,5 cm)

Step 6: Design and Cut the Shape

I've made a pattern on paper after having designed the shape of the skateboard. Really helpful.

And don't forget to soften the drop of the tail.

Step 7: Smooth the Edges With the Wood Router

Use a round drill on the wood router.

Step 8: Sand It

Sand it until you get a smooth touch.

Step 9: Add Varnish, Grip and Wheels

Enjoy !

(N.B. :On the last picture, the wheels are on the wrong side... don't reproduce my mistakes !)