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how to create new thread on metal piece?

November 29th, 2008 · 3 Comments

dkdkdkd1232 asked:
i would like to know how to create a thread for a bolt on piece
of metal chunk.
I think the metal chunk is made of regular cast iron.
the bolt is metric 6mm thick and about 50mm long.
is there some kind of machine that i can buy at local hardware
store that can [...]

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is anyone looking to buy or sell parts to a Franklin Foundry 37\” Wood Lathe?

November 16th, 2008 · 1 Comment

mikio kawada asked:
I have one with the instructions manual, but I need the foot piece, the holder pieces and the long screw. I believe I have everything else.
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Im building a propane foundry and i would like to know what kind of burner would be best?

November 6th, 2008 · 1 Comment

jeht_black1 asked:
I have been doing a little research on what kind of burner to use and i really can’t deside. I will be mostly be melting aluminum but will do brass every now and then. What burner will best for me. Also i need to know mounting and building instructions.
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casting compound krazy klay?

September 13th, 2008 · 1 Comment

Chef Sparky asked:
I’m looking in to casting small parts with metal and was wondering were to get it or maybe other metal casting compounds that I could use?
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I just recieved a Franklin Foundry 37\” wood lathe with no instruction booklet?

August 23rd, 2008 · 2 Comments

Monte T asked:
Does anybody have a website for assistance with putting this thing together??
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Home Metal Casting Furnaces

August 3rd, 2008 · No Comments

Home Metal Casting Furnaces Information and all about Home Foundry Furnace Types, and Home Foundry Casting Information at a new section on Metal Casting website that is all about DIY Casting Furnaces. The new Home Metal Casting section can be accessed by users and non-users by visiting the following web address: Home Metal Casting
 
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Where can i buy sheet metal (cast iron) as a back panel for a fireplace?

August 3rd, 2008 · 8 Comments

AnthonyM asked:
Need a custom size and not sure what type of companies do this. Tyneside area.
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