New Press: New questions

[bw1224]

Hey Everyone,

I am a life long skier and I absolutely love it. I have seen guys building their own skis for a while now and I decided it is time I try it for myself. I know some may think this is a stupid question, but it pertains to the construction of the press.

I noticed that most guys are using I-Beams or square tubing. Is it safe to use rectangular tubing for the cross beams. I have a better deal on it, and it would be easier for me to work with.

Thanks,

bw1224

[doughboyshredder]

I used rectangular tube. It's stronger than square tube if oriented correctly. The wide side should be vertical to help reduce deflection.

[RoboGeek]

its good.. even in race cars we use rectangular tubing for chassis jigs because it distorts less than square