The shim and pin thing is out. I can't have the extra silver line. I need to add 3.5mm or so on one of the bars so I found some brass filler of the same color and I am going to weld it. I tried it yesterday on one of the pieces I had and it seemed to work. I used brazing flux. I wasn't sure if the flux was for brass or for steel.
I think a fat bevel on each edge of the end of the bar with a bead down the sides to build up the length. I am getting hungry every 30 mins while my brain runs WFO.
I chickened out yesterday. Today is the day.
I am sure if I had that frankenfixture in my shop I would have the confidence to do anything.
I have a friend who is a master brass/bronze sculptor/fabricator. I talked to him on the phone today and he is bringing something I will need. He has a french accent so I am not sure what he is bringing. It might be some type of acid wash or something to eat. I will know later since I don't understand french.
Last edited by ftwelder; 02-26-13 at 07:54 AM.