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Lugs vs. Welds

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Probably the biggest reason

azmadoc said:
Why one or the other? What's the real difference besides looks and old skool props?
Lugs limit the size and shape of tubing that can be used. Lugs either come in a few basic sizes or have to be custom made to fit. This limits the size and shape of tubing that can be used with lugs. Oversize, ovalized, diamond shaped, teardrop, etc., all of these types of tubing can't be used with standard lugs. I suppose a skilled craftsman could make lugs to fit almost any shape and size of tubing but the cost would be prohibitive.
 
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