What is John Thorpe's recommended method?
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What is John Thorpe's recommended method?
Thanks
Sort of... The one I saw demonstrated was made of lead and may have been covered in leather. In any case the lead made it slightly flexible so it conformed to the curved surface of the rib and spread...
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I acquired a Sidewinder project that will need lots of parts formed. In many places the plans specify either 2024T3 or 6061T6. Which is easier to form?
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CRH
Hi all,
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