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Title: Any one have a 90 degree bend in a tent pole
Post by: BradandPeta on April 12, 2011, 12:14:41 PM: Hi guys just putting it out there if any one has a tent pole, whether its the inside or the out side diameter pole I only need the 90 degree bend and about 4 inches max length either side of the bend.

I have a broken pole inside my tent been broken for ages but just getting worse, have had alot of suggestions
*one is to slide the pole out and replace but it can't be done with out unstitching the full length of the tent,
*Bending my own ... packing sand and heating, besides I dount I would get the sand packed in tight enough I dont wanna burn the gal of the pole either and peta's hair dryer isn't good enough

so untill I really need to take the trailer for another major repair I want to just cut the broken bend out and re rivet one end and make a sleeve and rivet the other end which will be ten times better then the broken bend we have been using.

So does any one have any old poles laying around with 90 degree bend etc or know of some one locally without drama's to help me out I am happy to pay as well just would like to fix it before easter.

Hopefully this post makes sense and yes I have searched and found a similar topic on bending poles.
Title: Re: Any one have a 90 degree bend in a tent pole
Post by: Silvo on April 12, 2011, 12:24:31 PM: these guys might be able to help you out.. you might not be abl to buy from them, but they might be able to point you in the right direction.

http://www.polesapart.com.au/Poles_Apart/index.html
Title: Re: Any one have a 90 degree bend in a tent pole
Post by: BradandPeta on April 12, 2011, 12:31:29 PM: I was expecting a smart arse answer but I was shocked thanks Dan I have shot them an email :cheers:
Title: Re: Any one have a 90 degree bend in a tent pole
Post by: kranky al on April 12, 2011, 02:06:18 PM: or go to a muffler shop and ask them to bend it for you
Title: Re: Any one have a 90 degree bend in a tent pole
Post by: GGV8Cruza on April 12, 2011, 02:29:07 PM: Could you get a pole/pipe the next size up and have it bent up the same radius, slice it down the middle and then Rivet/fix it to the damaged pole as a brace/support until you get it replaced. It could even be some copper pipe which is easily bent.

GG
Title: Re: Any one have a 90 degree bend in a tent pole
Post by: BradandPeta on April 12, 2011, 02:54:22 PM: Muffler shops wont go that small which was a good suggestion by a work mate thanks though mate,

Another option that crossed my mind GG but after spending a few hours going to camping stores and not being able to find any larger sized poles and also if I am going to get something bent up I will just cut the buggered section out and rivet a new bend in as its only rivets holding it all together any way, Dan's suggestion has got legs I have had a reply from polesapart and they said they can do it have sent them pictures and waiting for reply will post up how they get on.
Thanks
Brad
Title: Re: Any one have a 90 degree bend in a tent pole
Post by: Silvo on April 12, 2011, 04:14:13 PM: Quote from: BradandPeta on April 12, 2011, 12:31:29 PM
I was expecting a smart arse answer but I was shocked thanks Dan I have shot them an email :cheers:

i still have plenty of comment about you bending your pole etc.. etc..
Title: Re: Any one have a 90 degree bend in a tent pole
Post by: morgue on April 13, 2011, 09:10:03 PM: I might be barking up the wrong tree, slap me down with a broom if need be, but could'nt you insulate the pole from the canvas(protect the canvas) and weld / reinforce the break with a gal sleeve for the time being.
Title: Re: Any one have a 90 degree bend in a tent pole
Post by: BradandPeta on April 13, 2011, 11:52:41 PM: Not with my welding skills morgue !!! After contact with the pole place in Victoria 24hours later they had emailed me a picture of my requested part and it was then on it's way to me . Will post picsonce I receive and the repair goes to plan ..
Title: Re: Any one have a 90 degree bend in a tent pole
Post by: eatMYdust on April 14, 2011, 05:09:37 PM: i have just what you need at work just give me a call there and i will send one by post Tru Blu Campers 03 95802444 ask for kiwi
Title: Re: Any one have a 90 degree bend in a tent pole
Post by: morgue on April 14, 2011, 05:37:25 PM: Good to see you got it under control...I was thinking at one stage...Gafffa Tape...man, the things you can do with that stuff...lengendary.
Title: Re: Any one have a 90 degree bend in a tent pole
Post by: BradandPeta on April 14, 2011, 11:58:31 PM: Quote from: eatMYdust on April 14, 2011, 05:09:37 PM
i have just what you need at work just give me a call there and i will send one by post Tru Blu Campers 03 95802444 ask for kiwi
Thanks heaps mate I have a part in the post now so will give that a crack but will keep your number for sure , morgue .... Gaffs tape rocks it normally holds my trail bike together !!!
Title: Re: Any one have a 90 degree bend in a tent pole
Post by: Laith on April 15, 2011, 08:19:57 AM: Gaffa tape is good to take on a date.
Title: Re: Any one have a 90 degree bend in a tent pole
Post by: Ruffstuff on April 15, 2011, 09:31:54 AM: Quote from: Laith on April 15, 2011, 08:19:57 AM
Gaffa tape is good to take on a date.
so is chloroform....
Title: Re: Any one have a 90 degree bend in a tent pole
Post by: BradandPeta on April 15, 2011, 12:04:35 PM: Quote from: Ruffstuff on April 15, 2011, 09:31:54 AM
so is chloroform....
Not for laith he likes his prey to keep struggling and not go lifeless
Title: Re: Any one have a 90 degree bend in a tent pole
Post by: Ruffstuff on April 15, 2011, 12:14:40 PM: Quote from: BradandPeta on April 15, 2011, 12:04:35 PM
Not for laith he likes his prey to keep struggling and not go lifeless

zip ties?????
Title: Re: Any one have a 90 degree bend in a tent pole
Post by: jwb on April 15, 2011, 12:45:13 PM: Silence is golden BUT
Duct tape is Silver:)
Title: Re: Any one have a 90 degree bend in a tent pole
Post by: Laith on April 15, 2011, 05:20:01 PM: Thats why I always have an up to date first aid certificate Brad.
Title: Re: Any one have a 90 degree bend in a tent pole
Post by: barnray on April 15, 2011, 06:21:18 PM: Brad try Peter at Jumbuck, He had some made for my camper. R
Title: Re: Any one have a 90 degree bend in a tent pole
Post by: BradandPeta on April 19, 2011, 07:32:40 AM: Fixed the camper last night after part arrived and seems better than new will post pics up tonight if any one cares. ... Very chuffed with myself
Title: Re: Any one have a 90 degree bend in a tent pole
Post by: Silvo on April 19, 2011, 07:41:59 AM: Quote from: BradandPeta on April 19, 2011, 07:32:40 AM
Fixed the camper last night after part arrived and seems better than new will post pics up tonight if any one cares. ... Very chuffed with myself

very chuffed after playing with your bent pole.. what else do i need to say ;D

nice work..
Title: Re: Any one have a 90 degree bend in a tent pole
Post by: Racer on April 19, 2011, 08:02:10 AM: I heard he is always chuffed over poles...
Title: Re: Any one have a 90 degree bend in a tent pole
Post by: BradandPeta on April 19, 2011, 06:56:04 PM: Quote from: Racer on April 19, 2011, 08:02:10 AM
I heard he is always chuffed over poles...
I guess it's not no see em mesh . Thanks Dan for your suggestion they were fantastic