Modification of Roundhouse Katie body

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Modification of Roundhouse Katie body

Post by Howie617 » Thu Nov 19, 2020 3:44 pm

For my winter project i'm wanting to mess with the body of my roundhouse Katie, having mastered a lot of new materials and methods so far model engineering metal work is the next new area for me. Having had a good read through lots of good advice for when i get to soldering, cleaning and painting the bit i'm stuck at is.

What is most suitable thickness for and is brass sheet the best material to use for body work.

Thanks Tom

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Re: Modification of Roundhouse Katie body

Post by TonyW » Fri Nov 20, 2020 11:14 am

Yes, and the usual thickness is 28 thou / 0.7mm.
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Re: Modification of Roundhouse Katie body

Post by Howie617 » Sat Nov 21, 2020 5:51 pm

Thanks for the answer. Best get some ordered in

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