How to Build a Metal Saddle Rack
- 1). Measure the two metal poles and mark the desired height on each. The poles should be the same height and should be at least 12 inches tall to provide adequate clearance for the saddle flaps. These poles will serve as the stand's legs.
- 2). Wear safety glasses and cut the two poles to the desired height, if necessary.
- 3). Cut the metal support piece to its desired length, which should be at least 4 inches longer than the length of the saddle.
- 4). Sand the cut edges of the metal to remove any shards or splinters of material.
- 5). Put on welding shield and welding gloves.
- 6). Weld the leg poles to the single support pole. The leg poles should attach about 5 inches in from either end of the support pole.
- 7). Weld the other ends of the leg poles to the flat metal base piece. Be sure that the legs are centered over the base piece before attaching them.
- 8). Cut the scrap of carpet to fit around the support piece.
- 9). Cover the underside of the carpeting with a strong glue and wrap it around the support piece.
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Clamp the carpeting around the support and allow the glue to dry. - 11
Remove the clamps once the glue is dry.
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