Re: [gingery_machines] new article: Making it Dead Flat and Square

 

On 1/1/2011 10:27 AM, Rick Sparber wrote:
>
> Now that I think about it, maybe it is HRS. I had forgotten about CRS's
> warping problem but wonder how bad it would be if I am only removing a few
> thou of material. If the stuff doesn't behave, it will still be useful for
> other projects. Clearly I must first see if I can make a straight edge
> before spending time making a pair of squares.
>
> Rick
>
I'd try a chunk of cast iron. You can buy it in pieces.
How about this:
http://www.speedymetals.com/pc-4254-8387-1-14-x-2-14-gray-cast-iron-class-40.aspx

Or you could try weights from Walmart.

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