On Thu, 22 Sep 2011 15:40:02 -0500, -MIKE-
wrote:

On 9/22/11 3:19 PM, kansascats wrote:
Mike --

I'm thinking to use 1/2" black or galv pipe for the dowels.


I was that, after I posted. I doubt you'll have any bend. :-)
However, if it were me, I'd still drill the holes at an slight angle,
maybe just 2-3 degrees, to account for some "moosh" in the pine.

I used 1/2" round bar. I slid 1/2 (inside diameter) PVC over the
steel to prevent any discoloration of the lumber.
--
Jack Novak
Buffalo, NY - USA