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Originally Posted by PLDRIVE
Aluminum Bits? i think your fever is higher then mine. 
Do u think the aluminum 6061 ring would see temps in excess of 450 degrees since it is shielded from exhaust gasess (I do not want the weight of a stainless ring)? I do agree with u on the screws. Do u think a stainless locking washer with Ultra copper on the screws would keep them tight? I could always counterbore the top holes and use a bolt and nut but it adds to machining.
Thanks for you input!
Mark |
Aluminum 7068 is the latest alloy making its' way into DoD/Aerospace applications. Combines the strength of steel with the weight of Alu and is used where high strength is required along with good resistance to corrosion and temp cycling fatigue, you might want to look at that. Can be ordered in tubes, bars and rounds of all sizes.