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  1. 10-23-2012, 10:14 AM #21
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    Just another 2 cents while we're on metals here

    Quote Originally Posted by hobo finds View Post
    Magnesium - The easiest alloy to machine
    ...that is a bit misleading. As an alloy, yes, usually. But don't go trying to machine any magnesium plate or bar stock without some serious experience. tough to get a good finish, and there's that pesky fire that seems to pop up from time to time!

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    I found a bbq grill that had cast Magnesium sides. Found out they had been recalled due to fire risk!
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