Originally Posted by Dillonbuck
I am not an engineer not even real dam smart.
A pipe is stiffer than a similar OD solid.
The pipe will resist deflection better...


At least you provided the disclaimer.

NO! The pipe is not stiffer than a solid bar of the same diameter.

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