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The secondary arms connect the primary arm/frame assembly to the legs to support the structure.


== Tools Required ==
== Tools Required ==


Cutting Torch
*Cutting Torch
*Angle Grinder
*Welder


== Materials Required ==
== Materials Required ==


*2 pieces 72" long - 4"x6"x3/8" angle steel
*2 pieces 72" long - 4"x6"x3/8" angle steel
*Leg Holders (8)
*3/4"x2" bolts (4)
*3/4" nuts (4)


== Diagrams ==
== Diagrams ==
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== Fabrication Steps ==
== Fabrication Steps ==


*Clamp one arm to each side of the primary arms, the 6" side to the underside of the primary arms, with the 4" side on the outside.  
1) Clamp one angle iron arm to each side of the primary arms, the 6" side to the underside of the primary arms, with the 4" side facing outwards from the assembly.  
*Torch thru the holes on the primary arms to make two 3/4" holes on each secondary arm.
2) Torch thru the holes on the primary arms to make two 3/4" holes on each secondary arm.
3) Clean up the torch slag with an angle grinder
4) Bolt the primary and secondary arms together and tighten them down.
5) Clamp the leg holders in their proper locations and weld them in place. (See diagram)

Revision as of 20:20, 11 August 2011

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The secondary arms connect the primary arm/frame assembly to the legs to support the structure.

Tools Required

  • Cutting Torch
  • Angle Grinder
  • Welder

Materials Required

  • 2 pieces 72" long - 4"x6"x3/8" angle steel
  • Leg Holders (8)
  • 3/4"x2" bolts (4)
  • 3/4" nuts (4)

Diagrams

Fabrication Steps

1) Clamp one angle iron arm to each side of the primary arms, the 6" side to the underside of the primary arms, with the 4" side facing outwards from the assembly. 2) Torch thru the holes on the primary arms to make two 3/4" holes on each secondary arm. 3) Clean up the torch slag with an angle grinder 4) Bolt the primary and secondary arms together and tighten them down. 5) Clamp the leg holders in their proper locations and weld them in place. (See diagram)