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What rail should I build?
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I know this should be in build a jib but, I need an answer fast. So i'm going to buy steel to build an 18' DFD. I'm going to weld it. I'm trying to decide on which type of steel to buy. Rectangular tubing is easier to make the rail with but round tubing is cheaper. What do you think I should make the rail from?
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round is easier to set and maintain. slated flat rails suck.
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Build something that you think you can learn the most on.
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get tubular mon
way easier doing tail presses on a round dfd than a flat dfd
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Go with round. Way more fun.
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Round. It's more fun, will help you progress more in both your skiing and in your welding/cutting skills.
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Round for sure. You can get square stock for the legs if you want to make it easier to make. Scalloping is not that hard though.
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Triangle is the new big thing
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Thanks guys! I'll post a few pics once I build it (Should be in a week or two)
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