Re: To cut or not to cut?

Geoff Dudley (GEOFF@bedrock.ls.swin.edu.au)
4 Apr 95 09:45:04 EDT

> On Fri, 31 Mar 1995 DAVEL@cc.usu.edu wrote:
>
> > I have a 12.5", f6 newt (long!) that I am considering cutting in half to
> > make for easier transport and storage. I thought that I would join the
> > two halfs with flanged tube rings and bolt them together (much like steam
> > pipe fittings). Is there any reason why I should NOT do this?
> > Thanks,
> > Dave
> >
>
> Dave
>
> I have used internal plywood flanges with suitcase latches on the
> outside on a few dobs to 12". The tounges on the latches help align the tube
> halves precisely, and it goes together very quickly.
>
> Mark

I remember reading in ATM (can't remember the issue #) that it's also a good idea to use locating pins as well as latches & flanges. Maybe someone can remember the issue number for your detailed info.

Best regards,

Geoff Dudley gwd@stan.xx.swin.oz.au OR geoff@bedrock.ls.swin.edu.au