Alum vs. Resin vs. Fiber tubes - what's best?Posted By Walter Hamler |
Don't know what a Kwiktube is unless you are referring to the cheaper concrete form tubes sold at Home Depot, etc. If so, I have seen them only in 4' lengths and even number ID's.
If there are any light industrial areas near you, see is there are any metal fabricators. I found one near me that was willing to make a rolled aluminium tube at a very reasonable price. His max length however was 60", so that will probably be a factor.
Fiberglass is a good choice, but finding a cheap source is very difficult. I have heard of atm's seeking out reject fiberglass tanks from the water softener industry. Those tend to be pretty thick wall though and therefore pretty heavy.
Walt
If there are any light industrial areas near you, see is there are any metal fabricators. I found one near me that was willing to make a rolled aluminium tube at a very reasonable price. His max length however was 60", so that will probably be a factor.
Fiberglass is a good choice, but finding a cheap source is very difficult. I have heard of atm's seeking out reject fiberglass tanks from the water softener industry. Those tend to be pretty thick wall though and therefore pretty heavy.
Walt
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