Classic AquaSport

Aquasport Model Rebuilds, Mods, Updates and Refreshes => Generic Aquasport Rebuilding Topics => Topic started by: CLM65 on May 07, 2016, 08:26:50 PM

Title: Porta Bracket Backing Plates
Post by: CLM65 on May 07, 2016, 08:26:50 PM

I need to make some backing plates for my Porta Bracket.  I don't know if these brackets come with backing plates when new, but I got mine used without them.  I plan to buy some aluminum plate off eBay.  Any suggestions on thickness?

Title: Re: Porta Bracket Backing Plates
Post by: Aswaff400 on May 07, 2016, 09:10:01 PM

my bracket came with some that where about 3/8 inch thick aluminum

Title: Re: Porta Bracket Backing Plates
Post by: CLM65 on May 07, 2016, 11:40:01 PM

Thanks Aaron!

Title: Re: Porta Bracket Backing Plates
Post by: dirtwheelsfl on May 08, 2016, 06:08:50 PM

I like using g10, no corrosion!    And easier to work than aluminum..

(http://i788.photobucket.com/albums/yy167/dirtwheelsfl/Snapbucket/D446F5D9_zps5625a920.jpg) (http://s788.photobucket.com/user/dirtwheelsfl/media/Snapbucket/D446F5D9_zps5625a920.jpg.html)

Title: Re: Porta Bracket Backing Plates
Post by: CLM65 on May 08, 2016, 09:23:27 PM

Nice option, Chris.  Where do you get it from?  How is it price wise compared to aluminum?

Title: Re: Porta Bracket Backing Plates
Post by: dirtwheelsfl on May 08, 2016, 09:37:58 PM

Ebay has any size/thickness you want.  I used 1/4". Not sure how it compares pricewise...