Float Tube Newbie

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[cool][#0000ff]The "Utility Rack" is one of the goodies I keep changing around, and I have never posted a complete pictorial "How To" on it. But, here is a labeled pic of the different elements on the current model I am using, and a couple of other pics that should help show what I used and how I used it.[/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]Mainly, I use 1" PVC T's and Crosses...and carve out the grooves and holes with a 1/2" rotary sanding drum on a Dremel tool. You need to custom shape each one, to fit the item you plan to use it for.[/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]It is held onto the tube with six inch loops of nylon rope, attached to the D rings on the outside of the side pockets. You measure the spacing for the two "stabilizer" lengths of PVC to coincide with the spacing of the D rings. Then you slip the two stabilizer bars down through the loops. You also need to attach some bungee cord on the bottom of the two stabilizer bars, with clips to attach to the D rings under the tube (pack strap connectors) to hold the rod rack and tool rack steady.[/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]Let me know if you have any unanswered questions when you get ready to trick out your ride. I have lots of pics I have not posted.[/#0000ff]
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