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Step 6Build the support frame
Remember the length of your legs you measured in the last step? You took 6" inches off that to figure out where to put the steering column. Take another 6" off, and cut a 2x4 to that length. This will run the length of your cart, under the plywood, to add support.
Find the center of your rear axle(take the wheels off--it'll make the rest of this easier) and line up the 2x4 piece you just cut so it's centered.
Now, take those galvanized strips you got at the hardware store(I don't know what to call these. anyone?)
Bend them by hand into 90 degree angles, and then using woodscrews, screw them into the rear axle 2x4 and the piece you just cut. Do this on either side of the joint.
These galvanized bits won't hold the angle to 90--the plywood will do that when you put it on top, but they will keep the joint from pivoting or flexing downwards much.
Well cool--it's coming right along. All you really need is a front axle and steering
Find the center of your rear axle(take the wheels off--it'll make the rest of this easier) and line up the 2x4 piece you just cut so it's centered.
Now, take those galvanized strips you got at the hardware store(I don't know what to call these. anyone?)
Bend them by hand into 90 degree angles, and then using woodscrews, screw them into the rear axle 2x4 and the piece you just cut. Do this on either side of the joint.
These galvanized bits won't hold the angle to 90--the plywood will do that when you put it on top, but they will keep the joint from pivoting or flexing downwards much.
Well cool--it's coming right along. All you really need is a front axle and steering
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