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Beach-Rat
Nov 04, 2011Explorer
professor95 wrote:
I would add one additional piece of steel bracing. There is a considerable amount of stress from the "bounce" that will be experienced. IMHO you need a connection between the top and bottom steel "arms" other than the vertical pieces. Also, use grade 8 bolts where you attach to the pin box.
Sorry for the delay.. we were "snow camping" at Endless Caverns this (Halloween) weekend..
Thanks for the "bracing" advice.. it's now "on the list".. also was advised to brace for "rack".. so a plate will be added for side to side twisting..
Yes.. onboard with the bolts.. there is great debate on the grade 5 vs grade 8 requirement.. but I go with grade 8 when I can find them ( grade 5 minimum)..
Off to blow out waterlines..
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