Help with Bike Rack
02-14-2011 | 04:48 PM
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From: Grafton, Va.
Help with Bike Rack
I need to find a source for some 7/8" x 7/8" x 1/16" thick wall square steel tubing. I need to replace the cradles on my tire mounted bike rack. Apparently 7/8 x 7/8 is an odd size plus no one wants to sale me 2 24" pieces. I think the the 7/8" is 0.875 in fractional size but I don't know how wall thickness is numbered I just know it's 1/16" I'd appreciate any help.
02-14-2011 | 06:28 PM
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From: Fountaintown, IN.
7/8x7/8 "thin wall"square tube comes in most common sizes of .035-.049-.065-.083. All should be readily available at a steal supply store, Most likely in 10 or 20 foot lengths. If you want something shorter try steal scrap yards in your area. But I'd buy 10 foot stick... And you want have to hunt for it again.
02-14-2011 | 07:20 PM
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Try someone that makes or sells pontoon boat bimini tops. I believe they are square tube 7/8". Good luck. Someone like jamestown distributors or overtons - is it ok to list non jeep companies...
02-14-2011 | 07:58 PM
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02-15-2011 | 01:34 PM
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Bike Rack
Yeah, I've been to all of the Metal/Steel shops, fabricating, etc. Also called several places out of state, no one wants to sell small amounts not even 10 ft lengths. I need this specific size so the plastic cradles will fit tight on the steel tube. Next option will be junk yard. Thanks, and keep me posted if anyone finds a source.