I agree with this. I think the notion of a latch is okay, but I didn't mean I'd recommend this type. Thin and flimsy.
I haven't found one I'd trust yet...
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I sure do like this. Having a dinky convertible = absolutely no trunk space. It would be nice for someone to come up with something that brakes down more. Yet, I don't think I'm the one to test this out either. I've been totally indecisive on stands, and have so many book marked it's pathetic. Just awaiting the perfect one.:cool:
This is pretty neat! I just cemented two 4x4 posts into my back yard so I can hang instead of doing the yard work.
Have not started working on THIS project yet, but I am anxious to try it.
This company sells aluminum tubing that telescopes, in 3 and 6 foot lengths.
Surely something they have will work, and the shipping is relatively cheap!
Just get some 3 foot sections like what you need and slide them together. Drill hole for pin.
http://www.dxengineering.com/Product...=136&DeptID=43
Unfortunately, I have no idea what size to get :( .
Peter
Sorry,
This is the link for 3' posts:
http://www.dxengineering.com/Product...=136&DeptID=43
Peter
Just a thought, use two identical hinges, with a removeable pin. Put a hinge on each side of the leg, bolted through the leg so that one set of bolts fastens both hinges. Put the two sections of leg together , add hinge pins, and it just might be strong enough to actually work.
I will probably build one of these stands, although godknows, I don't need any more stands.
I was at Lowe's this morning, looking at fence rails and fittings...I can tell you this: This big boy will not be hanging from a pair of those pot metal rail end fittings.:scared:
I'm a little concerned with the 0.058" wall thickness (just under 1/16"). Not sure that this is a problem, but it was part of my reasoning to select the 2" diameter range.
DXE-AT1505 Aluminum Tubing 3' x 1.875" x 0.058" wall, 6063-T832 drawn, no slits Ship Tomorrow $ 7.65 x 6 = $45.90
DXE-AT1506 Aluminum Tubing 3' x 2.000" x 0.058" wall, 6063-T832 drawn, no slits Ship Tomorrow $ 8.45 x 6 = $50.70
45.90 + $50.70 = $96.60 + $14.44 (shipping) = $111.04
I had the same inclination Dave but they seem to be holding up fine. My only concern is that I won't see any warning stress, the thing will just snap if it's going to.
OTOH, I've been using it for 8-9 months and have not seen any sign of weakness. I did shoot a screw through to attach it to the pole.
Let us know if you come up with a better end cap attachment!
hfg