Chopper Cart

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[cool][#0000ff]Over the years I have tried a succession of different creations to help me get my loaded up tube from the vehicle to the water, without having to carry it. I have made several posts in which I have shown the different contrivances. Most have worked...to an extent. Some better than others.[/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]My most recent effort was what I called my "Chopper"...a cut-down golf cart with a bit of PVC added to support and stabilize my tube. I took it on its first test run last Monday, when I went to Pineview. [/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]The trudge up and down that rocky path, between the car and water, is a serious test. I have used it before to quickly identify any potential problems. If there IS a defect in the plan, it shows up quickly. I am happy to report that my Chopper survived all tests and made it easily both down and back up that killer trail.[/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]The basic design is a simple support system for the seat section of the tube...attached at three points with bungee cord and carabiner clips. It hooks on easily and is rock solid, with little wobble and sway. The golf cart wheels are large enough and wide enough that they ride up all but the largest rocks and will also track well in sand.[/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]In the final pic you can see the PVC tow handle I attached to the loop at the front of the tube.[/#0000ff]

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[#0000ff]Here are some pictures. If anybody wants more detailed pics of the construction, I have some available.[/#0000ff]
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