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Daniel_Corsa

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Registered: 21st Apr 04
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2nd Nov 08 at 15:03

quote:
Originally posted by ed
But your buddy had the metal cut and mandrel bent by a specialist, and in the correct material...

Only had 3 sections mandrel bent

2 x A Pillar Sections
1 x B Pillar Hoop

Rest is all just cut, notched and welded into place

Could be done using a hydrolic bender, but will crease the pipe, this is not allowed if its going to be used in competition, but should be ok for a "show" cage.

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alan-g-w

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Registered: 9th Nov 07
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2nd Nov 08 at 15:22

What do you mean by a hydraulic bender creasing the pipe? (not having a go just wondering.)

The whole point in a pipe bender is so as not to cause any creasing or 'folding' and create a smooth curve.

I've been thinking about this for a while. There are welder and coppersmiths in my work that are certificated to work on nuclear power plant jobs so their welding is up to scratch. Would just be a case of finding out what kind of tube to use.

I know it would be solid, but would always have the worry hanging over my head knowing it's not been done 'properly'

[Edited on 02-11-2008 by alan-g-w]