[TheForge] switching torches

Wed Dec 4 07:21:00 2002

Hi Terry-

    You should be able to buy smith parts, etc. from the welding supply in
Rockford.  Airgas is the name of the store.  They are on the south east
side.  If you call me I can give you directions.

    Rick Crawford at Rafter Lazy C
Home of Rick's Forge and LEM the Wonder Mule
   in the middle of northern Illinois
http://www.tbcnet.com/~rafterlazyc
[email protected]


----- Original Message -----
From: "terry l. ridder" <[email protected]>
To: <[email protected]>
Sent: Wednesday, December 04, 2002 3:11 AM
Subject: [TheForge] switching torches


> hello;
>
> for many years i have used a smith equipment oxy-fuel torch for both
> cutting, brazing, and welding. the problem i am facing is being able to
> purchase new cutting and welding tips locally. i can no longer afford to
> pay the premium prices i have been paying when ordering online and then
> waiting for the tip to arrive. i ordered a propane welding tip two weeks
> ago and it still has not come in. i like the balance and feel of the
> smith torch for both cutting and welding. i am going to switch to either
> harris or victor. i would like to hear from others their experience with
> either brand. a deciding factor would be which supports the use of
> propane better. another deciding factor would be which supports small
> cutting, brazing, welding, and heating ( down to 1/16" ). i would also
> like to hear if i should consider other brands. i know harris and
> victor i am able to purchase tips at farm&fleet, the local welding
> supply store, and the welding supply stores in rockford and aurora,
> illinois.
>
> --
> Terry L. Ridder ><>
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