In article ,
anderson2624 wrote:

The idea is strength. outside frame... if a 4" square tubing can
handle the same stress as a 6' channel that would be my preference.
Logic tells me that might be such but ...


Not addressing strength, but enclosed channel rusts from the inside
easier than open channel, which self drains and does not trap moisture.

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