SmokinBBC
Well-known member
I need to make a bracket. Plan on using 1/8 or 3/16 aluminum. Bracket will be approx 3 1/2 " wide on top and 1" on the bottom...about 4 to 5 " tall. I will need to do some cutting and shaping.
All I have is your typical garage mech. tools. Saws/grinders, etc.
What would be the best alum to use? 6061 or 7075. Both would be strong enough...but I am looking to get the one that is more workable with saws, grinders,etc.
I plan on putting the raw plate between 2 pieces of wood (plywood or floorboard) and then glueing the design on top, then use a jig saw with the proper blade for the cut....
Any opinions or suggestions?
All I have is your typical garage mech. tools. Saws/grinders, etc.
What would be the best alum to use? 6061 or 7075. Both would be strong enough...but I am looking to get the one that is more workable with saws, grinders,etc.
I plan on putting the raw plate between 2 pieces of wood (plywood or floorboard) and then glueing the design on top, then use a jig saw with the proper blade for the cut....
Any opinions or suggestions?