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Never over engineer something unless it its critical to long term goals to do so.
Always choose an off the shelf item when possible as a whole or in part unless it conflicts with the long term goal.
Chose tube, rod, or plate closest to a standard size (Look these sizes up)
Use American standard sizing and threading
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Have either Dustin or Donal review and approve the job unless you have general permission to submit.
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Place the job in the queue.