Need Some Help In El Paso

SSQUAL612

Fellow Eggheads

Im currently on a run from Arkansas to Bakersfield, CA that was originally suppose to end in El Paso.  In order for me to continue escorting the driver through Arizona and California I have to have my oversized load signs mounted to the overhead of my truck.

I have a design in mind to create a frame out of 1” PVC that will mount to my head ache rack, but could use some help with basic tools to cut PVC to size and drill holes so I can zip tie my signs in place.  I’ll gladly compensate someone for use of tools.  I’ll be here rest of day and tonight and any help would be greatly appreciated.

🙏🏻

ColbyLang

Any big box will cut the PVC for you. Either that, or use a roll of kite string. It’ll cut electrical conduit. Now the drilling part may be a bit tricky getting done. 

The Cen-Tex Smoker

https://www.harborfreight.com/18-volt-38-in-cordless-drilldriver-kit-with-keyless-chuck-21-clutch-settings-62873.html

https://www.harborfreight.com/oscillating-multi-tool-62866.html

Out the door for $40 at harbor freight. Drill and multi tool with cutter. I have the multi-tool. It’s badass. 

The Cen-Tex Smoker

Also- a cheap hacksaw will work fine on 1” pvc. You could probably pick one of those up for $5-$10

Legume

Find an Ace and find the oldest guy working there, he’ll probably appreciate having a project.

northGAcock

This is all i got.

https://youtu.be/7UVVS5-9HvA

https://youtu.be/EfI5Ep4GDK8

td66snrf

I'd be willing to help you out but I'm in So Cal, but if you're in the area.....

SSQUAL612

Borrowed a grinder with a cutting blade from a driver and a impact drill from another.  Bought an adapter and bit set at Lowe’s so going to grab a bite then get to work.   Thank you all for your input...I appreciate it.

lkapigian

SSQUAL612 said:

Fellow Eggheads

Im currently on a run from Arkansas to Bakersfield, CA that was originally suppose to end in El Paso.  In order for me to continue escorting the driver through Arizona and California I have to have my oversized load signs mounted to the overhead of my truck.

I have a design in mind to create a frame out of 1” PVC that will mount to my head ache rack, but could use some help with basic tools to cut PVC to size and drill holes so I can zip tie my signs in place.  I’ll gladly compensate someone for use of tools.  I’ll be here rest of day and tonight and any help would be greatly appreciated.

🙏🏻

I do have a full metal shop you are more than welcome to use, it's north of Bakersfield but I can give them the heads up if you need anything when you are here 

SSQUAL612

northGAcock said:

This is all i got.

https://youtu.be/7UVVS5-9HvA

https://youtu.be/EfI5Ep4GDK8

That song goes through my head every time I pass through El Paso and continues for several days after.

SSQUAL612

lkapigian said:

SSQUAL612 said:

Fellow Eggheads

Im currently on a run from Arkansas to Bakersfield, CA that was originally suppose to end in El Paso.  In order for me to continue escorting the driver through Arizona and California I have to have my oversized load signs mounted to the overhead of my truck.

I have a design in mind to create a frame out of 1” PVC that will mount to my head ache rack, but could use some help with basic tools to cut PVC to size and drill holes so I can zip tie my signs in place.  I’ll gladly compensate someone for use of tools.  I’ll be here rest of day and tonight and any help would be greatly appreciated.

🙏🏻

I do have a full metal shop you are more than welcome to use, it's north of Bakersfield but I can give them the heads up if you need anything when you are here 

Thank you for offering the use of your shop.  I was able to rig a Temporary Overhead sign and made it. Ordered my permanent sign and a new lightbar so I’ll be good to go now.  The 24 Straight Deadhead Home sucked and not in the OMG I’m cumming way.  

nolaegghead

Too late, but I was going to recommend using EMT (galvanized steel electrical conduit) and associated fittings.  Much, much stronger (esp stiffer) and not that much more expensive. 

SSQUAL612

nolaegghead said:

Too late, but I was going to recommend using EMT (galvanized steel electrical conduit) and associated fittings.  Much, much stronger (esp stiffer) and not that much more expensive. 

Thanks for the suggestion.  This was a temporary fix and I’ve ordered a retractable sign that’ll be more permanent.  I can get away with Front & Rear Bumper signs for TX & LA and there’s usually enough local runs where I can stay close to home.