Aluminum brazing – Am I getting better?

[Tubs]

I’m quiet pleased with how this came out. I have been struggling with this stuff for over 30 years. There is a lot the don’t tell you in there demonstrations. This is my best result. If I have this good a result next time I try to repair something with it, I guess I’m starting to figure it out. If not, I just got lucky this time. Tubs

A "Boat House Repair" is one that done without having tools or the skills to do it properly.

[aquasonic]

That’s some very impressive shaping and polishing. Nice job Tubs!

[Buccaneer]

Nice Job! I always end up accidently melting out what I put in
before I’m done.

Prepare to be boarded!

[bobw]

Outstanding work!!

Bob

1937 Champion D2C Deluxe Lite Twin
1954 Johnson CD-11
1955 Johnson QD-16
1957 Evinrude Fastwin 18
1958 Johnson QD-19
1958 Johnson FD-12
1959 Johnson QD-20

“Every 20 minute job is only a broken bolt away from a 3-day project.”
"Every time you remove a broken or seized bolt an angel gets his wings."

[joecb]

Excellent work , Tubs.  I assume that you are using the low temp zinc based rod. That stuff does make strong repairs. Working with it however  takes some experience… all about cleanliness and heat control.  It’s fun and inexpensive to learn the technique. For those that have not tried, pick up a couple of sticks and practice on scrap aluminum pieces.  The skill , once learned will come in handy someday.

Joe B

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