3.5 lbs because I have a solid block of 6061 inside the bottom half of the post. Not too heavy and built super strong
Lol. Thanks. The only reason it is shaped that way is because that next section was huge and if I hadn't cut it off it would've been 19.5 inches across. Lone wolf platforms are definitely easier to work with but you can still get it done with XOP.
I have a vanish, and I found where a few diy seat platforms have failed. This looks like a safer option. This is awesome! My wild edge steps and mantis are on their way, but I haven't decided on a platform. Would you mind explaining how you made the post? Would you share more pictures/details? Thanks
Yeah if you saw my lone wolf build it shows the post a little better. I do most of the work on a drill press. It's not hard just takes time. Just gotta be sure your load bearing holes for the tree bracket, versa button, and axle have plenty of material around them and weight saving holes aren't too close. That post design that I came up has worked great so far with the stopper block and reinforcement block. No signs of stress at all. The obvious disadvantage being that the platform isn't adjustable(leveling) but that's not really a concern of mine. I just build platforms with function and durability in mind. And yes XOP seats have been known to break on some people but not sure about the platforms. I guess time will tell but this one seems almost as rigid as my lone wolf platform.
It came with the I beam they come with. On those beams there's nowhere to place a reliable hole because of the design and without the ability to shift the post further down you have to us cables to hold the platform up.
Good to know! Thanks
No I never seen it I'm trying to build a lone wolf seat platform right now that's why I asked. Thank you
