Support On dr4b

So what are some ideas on how to support the middle part of a dr4b? Cross or just straight or other ideas?

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Crossbracing (preferably in the shape of an X) provides the best support. You’re making 4 triangles (technically 2 functional ones), and the triangle is the strongest shape.

This can be done in a number of intuitive ways, including half-C, standoffs, and simple 1-by bars.

But, of course, bracing straight across in addition to this can’t hurt.

When finished, the entire back of the DR4B should be a solid unit. It’s next to impossible to reduce all sway in a lift like that, but unifying whatever you can helps immensely.

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I have personally always loved cross bracing. It braces far better than straight and really helps keep it from twisting

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By cross bracing do you put one bar in the front and one in the back?

Make an X. Corners to corners.

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OK that makes more sense. Thank you

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