How to make a robot frame

yeh i was certainly thinking of bracing the lifter pannel

thanks jamie

I have tried to cut the box section proving difficult, i am currently modifying my vice to make it easily as im using a hack saw.

could anyone give some advice on how to make it easier or an easier way of cuttting it?

thanks alex

What problems are you having?

Is your blade brand new or is it well worn?

Are you using the full length of the blade when you cut?

Is it the Homebase stuff? If so, I cut mine with a hacksaw but it did take a fair bit of perseverance with the saw. Two options I can think of:

Put a new sawblade on your hacksaw (although thats only really necesary if your current one is a bit blunt)

Or, invest in an angle grinder - there are some for £20 in the likes of Argos etc that would be fine for cutting through the box section.

I suppose there are other otions like flame torches and laser cutters but that would just be me being complicated :)

The box section is from shane and my hack saw blade is newish

are the angle grinders easy to use and would i use a vice?

cheers alex

You will need a vice or some other secure way of holding the bit you are cutting. Angle grinders are fairly easy to use, yes. Be sure to buy safety goggles and ear defenders as well.

i know this is cheap and cheerful but will it do the job?

http://www.godfrey-diy.co.uk/power-tools/grinders/10/item32009100.htmlhttp://www.godfrey-diy.co.uk/power-t...m32009100.html

and what about the blade?

http://www.godfrey-diy.co.uk/power-tools/power-tool-accessories/12/item33003190.htmlhttp://www.godfrey-diy.co.uk/power-t...2/item33003190. html
Should do the job

i think ill try my hack saw again as my dad says he doesnt want me using a grinder :angry:

thanks all the same alex