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Yes he did, ONCE. Got it up to 2800' or so, and welds started coming loose, horrible aftermath.
Helicopter building is not for the DIYer.

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Still trying to figure this one out. Has there been any progress on the build yet?...

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How is the golf cart build going?

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On big advantage to using the 2.5" tubing is, it will be thicker at the base so should last much longer than the original did.
The 2" you have could be saved and use for another project later on....

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Since you already have a 6500 generator, give it a shot at running on it. No need to buy another genset to run it on if it will power it satisfactorily. If you just have money burning a hole in your pocket to be spent on more generator power, why not consider an engine drive welder with the power output...

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Agreed on that. Will the new(if there is one) be any real improvement over the current model? The MM211 has a pretty good track record so far, with minimal problems. Will a new model be as trouble-free right out of the gate as the present model is now? That remains to be seen....

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In other words, look for a generator of 6000+ watts continuous to run the 211 from....

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Going this route you only use one socket. The wrench end for the nut and the drive end for the ratchet. Use a porta-band saw to make the cut, or any other bandsaw....

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I haven't heard of anything. But what would they call it, the 211.5? There is already a 210 and 212, so those numbers are out.

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Another plan of attack could be to use 2.5x2.5x3/16 or 1/4" tubing and slide it over the outside of the 2x2 and weld it. Go several inches above where you cut it off. If the 2.5" tubing goes up high enough on the 2", then the welding is more to seal out moisture but does add rigidity...

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I'm trying to figure out what living directly next to a lake has to do with wanting to build a golf cart. I live directly next to a lake and have never felt the need for a golf cart. I could better understand it if you were wanting to build a BOAT. Golf carts don't float and neither...

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Sell them to Snow Bird in post #6. He thinks they are gold. They are too worn out to use for drilling....

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Simplest answer, YES there is....

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Before I lay down that kind of cash, I will be there with My truck to take it home, AFTER a good checking out of the machine. At least that way I can tell if everything is on the up & up, if you get my drift.

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Will this lead to a new build thread when you start on this Project?...