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05-01-2009, 08:00 AM
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Making a engine cover
I have a friend who is a artist , and recently drew up some artwork for a wild engine cover, my Nephew who does bodywork is interested in making the engine cover (bending and hammering ) my question is which would be easiest to work with , sheet metal or aluminum , I have heard its actually easier to work with sheet metal steel than aluminum.
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05-01-2009, 08:03 AM
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Sheet metal is far easier unless your friend has experience working with aluminum.
Vince
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05-01-2009, 08:06 AM
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Engine Cover
Thanks 302 Z28. I will have to figure a way to post the artwork , it is a great idea that I have never seen before!
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05-01-2009, 10:51 AM
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steel by far. aluminum works hardens almost instantly - you constantly have to anneal it. it's also harder to weld and marginally harder to prime.
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