Hi,
I am intending to use gunmetal centers with continually cast steel tube for
the tyres.
BTW, I am told that steel should grip better than cast iron because of the
lower carbon content. Comments anyone?
Still working out how to make them mind, but then that's all part of the
fun. I have the metal upstairs and my "new" lathe delivered yesterday
(replacement for the Toyo/Sakai which didn't work out so well), so time to
put theory to practice!
Happy steaming.
Best wishes,
Susan.
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From: Harry Wade <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Subject: Iron castings
appeared to me the best combination of materials, from a castings
availability standpoint, and if you didn't want an all-stainless wheel,
would be think in terms of brass centers with mild steel tires. Extra work
for the tires but brass casters are a dime a dozen and mild steel would
provide almost as good traction as iron.
Cheers,
Harry
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