Malcolm writes...
>I'd hazard to say "no" on this one, because of the enamel on the metal.
>Of course, if there's a nice flat piece on the back with no enamel /
>porcelain / whatever on it, I guess it would be fine. Hmm, I know someone
>whose washer just belched its guts out for the final time, I should take a
>look at it. The drum itself is stainless, anyway...
The tops are often porcelain enamel and I agree this might pose a
problem. Not sure about the rest of it. I'd rather use a fresh
uncoated piece but this is so much cheaper.
>There's also many different types of steel-- so dryer steel may not have
>the same properties as fender steel! Caveat Emptor...
I would imagine they'd be using plain old non-alloyed, low carbon
steel for this stuff. Whatever comprises the so called "high
strength" steel used in modern cars should probably be avoided.
I would also try to avoid whatever type is used in aftermarket exhaust
pipes and '58 Fords. Neither has a life expectancy greater than the
ears on a chocolate easter bunny. :-)
>Ok- time to quit is when the welds look good. Now you know <g>
Thanks a lot! :-)
>BTW, are you MIG, fire, or stick welding?
GMAW....AKA Mig. Currently using argon/co2 for the gas.
Cheers!
Tom O'Malley in Southbridge Massachusetts
'74, '77 Spits
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