05-07-2013, 02:49 PM
There are two design flaws that I would like to work on but are difficult.
1. The part that broke is a schedule 40 joint
2. Due to not fitting on the trailer when in place this part must be removed and replaced every trip.
Schedule 40 is strong but not that strong. I have moved to schedule 80 conduit which is a stronger material. Only problem is connections are still schedule 40 for schedule 80 are unavailable. The break is at a stress point so I knew it was only a matter of time. I can glue the part but it is only a temporary fix and will break again.
When the time comes and I have to replace the whole motor mount, the idea of the harbor freight hitch rack is a good one. I found that they offer one in aluminum as well.. The problem is figuring out how to attach rods to it.
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1. The part that broke is a schedule 40 joint
2. Due to not fitting on the trailer when in place this part must be removed and replaced every trip.
Schedule 40 is strong but not that strong. I have moved to schedule 80 conduit which is a stronger material. Only problem is connections are still schedule 40 for schedule 80 are unavailable. The break is at a stress point so I knew it was only a matter of time. I can glue the part but it is only a temporary fix and will break again.
When the time comes and I have to replace the whole motor mount, the idea of the harbor freight hitch rack is a good one. I found that they offer one in aluminum as well.. The problem is figuring out how to attach rods to it.
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