Dropdown shack frame question

[Cheese Head in Paradise]

 I have a question about the effects of the axle on the structural integrity of the frame   I am using 2 x 3“ 11 gauge frame and I have penetrated through the frame with a 2 inch axle. Is it critical that I weld both sides of the outer frame (see pictures) or is the framework around it enough?  The shack will be 6 x 10 and is going to be relatively heavy.  Thanks, Dave....

[Cheese Head in Paradise]

Im not seeing the photos. Anyone know why? 

[Fish Commander]

[meandcuznalfy]

I'd weld it. It might weaken over time there.

[wyattboche]

You are going to want to weld all the way around. It'll be stronger to weld all the way around.

[Fish Commander]

Thanks for the feedback.  I did cut the sleeves and welded each half to the frame.  No more wishin' I did it!  Now to get the whole frame sprayed with bed liner.

[Fish Commander]

 So I split the sleeves on the pivot point and welded the sleeve closest to the frame, to the frame.

[papadarv]

Complete weld around shaft. Also I don't see a grease zerk on the pivot sleeve. You'll be extremely frustrated start of season 2 when your house won't drop down to the ice.

[perch chacer]

Keep us informed as the construction goes forward.  Would like to see the different phases including the lifting and lowering mechanism and the finished project.

[papadarv]

Idea for Lower/Raise lift mechanism. First built mine with hand cranks, last summer replaced hand cranks with $50 EA. 12volt power winches. Worked great last winter down to -22 deg.