Stainless Radiator Shell
 

Back in the day, say 55 years ago, I was with a company that worked in stainless steal. Some was used in machining (I believe 304) some with welding (303) etc. My memory is bad so I don't know what's what anymore. What is the 30-31 Model A radiator shell made of? Can it be gas welded and if it can,, what rod is used? Because of implants to keep my heart going I can no longer MIG-TIG-or arc weld. Thanks in advance, Jack

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My recollection from some past repair that I had a welder accomplish is the Shell is 304 and he used a 316 filler rod and TIG

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I have welded my 30-31 Model A radiator shells up with my MIG welder. They look nice too. Someone will chime in gas welding I hope.

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If the area don't show that needs to be welded, you can use silver solder.

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If I remember right it will have to be mig or tig. My very limited welding knowledge say oxy would warp it. But I am just beginning to learn to weld so I don't know squat yet.

Mike

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OP said "NO MIG, TIG, or ARC"

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Thanks for the replies so far. I think I will try the 316 filler rod and see what happens. As I said, I can't use any electrical devices and I want to do the job myself and not send it out to a welder. stubborn old bast--d that I am. Jack

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The cobra -Henrob torch might be usefull for you.
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=Psuy3RkxN30
John

Ps you can buy the smaller kit and use own regulators to save cost.