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[Geoff Winnington-Ball (RIP)]

Originally posted by alleramilitaria
ok then find me a N. american made hoist.

Make your own. I'm rusty, but give me two-by-two-by 1/4 angle iron and a MIG welder and we're good-to-go. Bruce Parker's even better at it than me, a true artist... I've seen him at work. And I'm good.

Trust me, Dave, this is not rocket science. Ya do what ya gotta do. Once you get by the initial trepidation, working with steel is FUN. It really is an art form in its own right. Grind your joins in 45 degree angles, clean them with a wire brush, and set your welder hot enough to 'blend' the two edges. Do it right and I guarantee your grandkids will still be using your stand.

Carry on and report back, over.