Was just looking around at Lowes and found some 1" sched 40 electrical conduit and 1-1/4" sched 40 electrical conduit that would be good material for poles. Would have to paint them, but should be plenty strong. Would require spreading the legs on the attaching brackets about 3/16"-1/4", but they should work. Cheap enough leg material, less than $15 for enough for 2 poles.
After receiving several requests to keep making brackets, I made 4 sets today and they are ready to ship tomorrow. Price will be $40/pr plus shipping.
PM me if you are interested in a set.
Anyone wanting to make their own poles, here are the pole attaching brackets. Today's special will include a set of stow brackets for poles up to 1-3/4" Dia.
I just acquired more alum flat stock to make the attaching brackets only. They are $40/pr + shipping. PayPal only. PM me for details. Next day shipping.
They will accept poles up to 1-1/8" in diameter.
Polished brackets are $15 extra.
Remove the bolts in the arms that hold the motor & torsion spring and install bracket and re-install bolt. Optional to drill 9/32" dia hole using bracket as template and add a 1/4 x 3/4 ss bolt & lock nut.