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Old 07-08-2008, 05:58 AM   #1
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Default Anyone with tube chassis knowledge, could you help me please

hey guys,

i might need some help with a tube chassis. i don't know how to make one. Or what to make it with. if anyone could help me could you just post back. thanks


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Old 07-08-2008, 09:36 AM   #2
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Check though HERE for the how and with what. Typically they're made from 3/16 OD steel automotive brake line. They're also usually brazed with MAPP gas and silver solder or welded.
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Old 07-08-2008, 09:51 AM   #3
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Start by reading this:
http://www.rccrawler.com/tuber.htm

Then go through the threads in Mriswith's link.
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Old 07-09-2008, 04:27 AM   #4
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any other materials to make it with
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Old 09-20-2008, 08:42 PM   #5
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I know some people use 3/16 solid steel rod when they mig or tig weld a tuber.
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Old 09-20-2008, 09:12 PM   #6
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Check out those links, they should answer most, if not all, of your questions. I make mine with 3/16" brakeline almost all the time, 1/4" only for supers. Stainless steel tubing is nice, but more expensive and a bit harder to work with (a little harder to bend, harder on cutting edges). I often incorporate steel plating into my builds too, for things like link or shock mount locations.

Solid rod works, but makes the chassis a lot heavier. It's the best option for welding though. I suppose technically it can't be called a tuber then !
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Old 09-20-2008, 09:21 PM   #7
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I guess your right it wouldnt be a tuber...lol
never thought about it like that
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