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29th June 2020, 12:40 PM #1Most Valued Member
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Metal recommendation
Hi all,
First time here and looking for some advice. I have not worked with metal before but wanted to do two small projects.
First, I want to replace the cover of an air conditioner on my old RV. Second I want to make a couple overflow boxes for my refrigerator and freezer. So what I would need are recommendations on the type of metal to use. Bear in mind, I don't drive the RV any longer, so aerodynamics of the covering is not important. I need to purchase some sheets of metal that I can shape, can drill through it with a regular drill and cut with cutters and will hold its form. I have no specialized equipment. Also thick enough to remain firm in a decent wind. Off the top of my head, I was thinking aluminum. So I am wondering if aluminum is the best common metal I can obtain or if there are better alternatives? Also what is a good thickness?
Thanks in advance!
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