Scrap aluminum to address plate

Originally Posted by RustyDollars

I then cut off the excess metal from the sprue and the vent holes, did a bit of sanding, then painting, and then finally sanding the paint off the high spots. I am pleased with the font I used as it gives the vintage look that I was after.

I hoped you enjoyed this thread. Jim

If the sand your using is Petrobond, you don't need vents, only for green sand.

Always try to place the good side down in the mold any junk than makes it into the pour will be on the backside of the completed object where its easily cleaned off.