I'm sure you could also make a stand out of scrap pieces of 2x4.

Here's an idea, wrap the points where the trike makes contact with the
stand in carpet. That will definitely prevent the frame from getting
scratched.

- Jeff Schmidt
www.rebel-cycles.com



--- In actionbent@yahoogroups.com, "joelw135" <joel@...> wrote:
>
> I have the stuff to make it out of copper or EMT, but I like the idea
> of non scratching PVC. Also a lot faster to assemble. All I am doing
> is raising the rear drive wheel off the ground. If I have to work on
> front I have a plastic crate that I cut a slot out of the back and the
> front frame fits in that.
>
>
> --- In actionbent@yahoogroups.com, Clifford Moore <frommerstop@> wrote:
> >
> > Hey Joel, I know these PVC stands are all the rage, but have you
> considered making it out of copper tubing instead? Seems like it would
> be much more roubust and would'nt be much harder to fab up - assuming
> you have a propane torch and a tubing cutter. Just a thought.
> > Cliff
> >
> > joelw135 <joel@> wrote: Tomorrow I will be heading to home
> depot to purchase some PVC and
> > fittings to make a work stand for the trike. After riding the tow
path
> > yesterday the trike needed some cleaning and lubing and it was hard
> > without having a way to lift the rear end. I drew up a plan today and
> > figured out how many fittings I need, so I hope to have it done
> tomorrow.
> >
> > Joel
> >
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