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Re: Expanded PVC rack project
How hard was it to get the side screws dead straight into the shelves?
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Re: Expanded PVC rack project
Originally Posted by Patrick Long
How hard was it to get the side screws dead straight into the shelves?
For someone who is good with tools, probably pretty easy.
Actually, it's harder to get the legs screwed on. The shelves are pretty easy because they are sitting on a tub and stay even. I fouled up a few early on but got the hang of it by the end!
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Re: Expanded PVC rack project
Because that does look very clean. There is a sign shop here in town, Im thinkin that this just might be worth the while.
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Re: Expanded PVC rack project
Originally Posted by Patrick Long
Because that does look very clean. There is a sign shop here in town, Im thinkin that this just might be worth the while.
You're going to get hosed getting it from a sign shop. Cut out the middle man and start calling plastics companies. I did a google search for plastic sheets nj and it gave me a list of companies. I called each one and asked for pricing on 4x8 sheets of black 1/2" xpvc. Some have multiple brands. Ask for the cheapest one. They are all pretty much the same thing. I think Gerry had posted that the average price was $90-$120. If you pay more than that you're getting the shaft. Good luck!
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Re: Expanded PVC rack project
looks great! i've been kicking around the idea of building with plastic.
how much material did you have left over? is there enough to enclose sides and back?
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Re: Expanded PVC rack project
Originally Posted by twh
looks great! i've been kicking around the idea of building with plastic.
how much material did you have left over? is there enough to enclose sides and back?
Thanks Tim! Definitely not. We maximized the cuts and ended up with nothing but scraps (which I didn't take with me). You'll need part of a second sheet to enclose the back and sides fully.
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Re: Expanded PVC rack project
Nice rack, Jamie. I've been googling plastic companies in IL, but I'm still looking for a place with decently proced sheets.
Pat, Ryobi has an affordable 14.4v drill that has a built in bubble level. It's been a lifesaver for the last couple of racks I built. No more screws shooting out the tops of the shelves.
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Re: Expanded PVC rack project
wow thats AWESOME!
i NEED to get my butt in gear and start looking for this stuff. I have all the dang tools available at my disposal.....
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Re: Expanded PVC rack project
Thanks Jake! I definitely need one of those drills if I'm going to build more of these!
Thanks Alicia! Let me know if I can help you find a distributor!
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