"Powell, Ken" wrote:

Paul, let us discuss this just a little more; it is important because so many need to learn to weld > so they can weld their engine mounts etc.  I have heard good things about the Henrob but I favor a > jewellers torch for welding thin tubing.  I had an opportunity to play with one of these and loved > it.  I am going to replace my cheap chinese torch with one of thse before my next welding project.  > These are used by Kent White (the Tin Man at OSH).  Everyone needs to learn to use oxy/ace; it is 
easy to learn.  Many worry about strong welds but if you are welding aircraft tubing this is not a > problem and is easy to determine - if you get a 'puddle' then you will have adequate penetration.  > As you are learning it is good to run some test pieces to verify this though.  You can get the Meco > torch from Kent White at ww.tinmantech.com for $105.00.

Ken Powell

 
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