[erikk]

I went to a fabricating shop to see it they had the 4130. They didn't but said to try 14ga regular steel tubing and heat treat it. I have been playing with the template and of course I cut the piece backwards. Am getting a set that I will use as a template and ordering some 4130. Also have a 20 pack of cutoff wheels and am having a blast practicing on the 14 ga. Would it be practicle to get say 1 1/2" tubing to eliminate banging out the bend? Thanks for the motavation!!!

 

[7.62x39]

Erik,

Be sure to keep us posted with your progress.
We love to see projects like this.

 

[ErikJL]

Well since you spell your name correctly, I'll tell you that 1" works just fine. I've made 3 sets with 1" square tubing.

 

[hcpookie]

Just heat the bent area with a torch, then hammer flat. Don't try to bend it cold, you'll crack the steel tube at the seam.

I put pics up here of my flattening work:

http://pookieweb.dyndns.org:61129/AK/docs/construction/rails.htm

hth,
- Jerry

 

[erikk]

Well I got my tubing from the aircraft company, a 20 pack of cutoff wheels., a patern to go by so here goes nothing. Waiting for some 5 & 7mm drill bits for my 65 so why not? :headspin:

 

[hcpookie]

Good luck - just be sure to check your measurements 3x before you cut!