That blank tubing shouldn't be too bad. I would guess about $140 for a 24' stick. The thinner material is actually more expensive....
If your going all home brew anyways, there is no reason you can use material sizes that are more available. Step the DS up to .625"
If I don't keep the ds rod to spec, the nylon ball won't fit atop the threads. Also I won't be able to reuse the compression tube, which appears undamaged.
