Thread: Best Practices for Not Crushing Thin-Wall Tubing
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Re: Best Practices for Not Crushing Thin-Wall Tubing
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Originally Posted by John Retkowski View Post
In addition to proper tightening. We find it easiest to just cut out a small piece of PVC to length and run the bolt right through it. Works like a charm.
We love this since there is only one step. Part the tube to length.
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