SSP frame repair

[avega2792]

Has anybody repaired an SSP frame? The two bottom supports that run the length of the cart rusted away on an SSP I have and I was hoping there was an easy way to fix that. I went to look at square tubing but that was pricier than I had anticipated. I was also thinking of building a wooden frame and placing slats on top, that could probably strengthen the frame too.  Any input would be greatly appreciated, thanks!

[MagnoliaTom]

Has anybody repaired an SSP frame? The two bottom supports that run the length of the cart rusted away on an SSP I have and I was hoping there was an easy way to fix that. I went to look at square tubing but that was pricier than I had anticipated. I was also thinking of building a wooden frame and placing slats on top, that could probably strengthen the frame too.  Any input would be greatly appreciated, thanks!

I repaired mine with square tubing (got it free with SSP). I used some plastic caps, all thread and acorn nuts to do the repair.
I know other guys used the star nuts but I couldn't find any locally so this was my solution.
You can get the square tubing from HD or Lowe's I believe for not too much $$





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[Walchit]

If you have a bike shop near you they will have star nuts, but the all thread may be a better choice. I wouldnt think that square tubing would be very expensive, but I could be wrong. Maybe find something to scavenge some tubing from.
I used round 1-1/8 star nuts and used a grinder to square them up. The only problem ive had is not being able to find stainless metric bolts, I may need to order some.

[MagnoliaTom]

Not too expensive...need 2
https://www.homedepot.com/p/Everbilt-36-in-x-1-in-x-1-16-in-Steel-Square-Tube-801257/204225779

Or go with Aluminum and only need 1
https://www.homedepot.com/p/Everbilt-1-in-x-96-in-Aluminum-Square-Tube-with-1-20-in-Thick-802537/204273939


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[avega2792]

That aluminum tube is a decent price. It was going for more at Menard's so I guess I'll have to go check out HD. Thanks for the input!

[Walchit]

If you live in any decent sized city there should be someone that will sell you metal by the foot. I would think it would be cheaper than that even.

[avega2792]

If you live in any decent sized city there should be someone that will sell you metal by the foot. I would think it would be cheaper than that even.

I definitely fall into the cheapskate category so I'll have to look around for better prices. In the near future I might also want to make a a mini ranch out of my 26er.


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[ReanimatedRobot]

If there is a metal store near you go there.  If not gamut.com I have bought from once and they seem reasonable and have quick shipping. I tried to buy once piece of steal from HD once and felt like I was getting ripped off.  Fortunately the father in law had some scrap that was usable so I returned it.

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[avega2792]

I left an ISO post on a local online garage sale group and I might be getting some for free on Tuesday.

[Walchit]

Nice!

[demosthenes9]

I'll try and dig up a link when I get home, but McMaster Carr sells square tube inserts that work as eell

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[Walchit]

I'll try and dig up a link when I get home, but McMaster Carr sells square tube inserts that work as eell

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Please do! I need to fix this genesis frame too

[Evochuck]

This is what I used to repair my Genesis Crossmember

https://www.mcmaster.com/tube-inserts

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Anyone can order from Mcmaster, just think of a company name and a PO number.

[Walchit]

Which size did you get? That's a pretty good deal

[Evochuck]

I got 1 inch OD square tube stock for a local hw store, have enough for 2 crossmember repairs. I then bought the 1 inch corresponding inserts. For 1/4 bolts .

Which size did you get? That's a pretty good deal

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