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Old 04-26-2011, 11:43 AM   #1
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What thickness aluminium ?

What thickness/grade aluminium should I use to make a new panel for a 1965 Safari? I have replaced the original water heater with a new atwood and need to shape a piece to hold the new heater cover.

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What thickness/grade aluminium should I use to make a new panel for a 1965 Safari? I have replaced the original water heater with a new atwood and need to shape a piece to hold the new heater cover.

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.032 2024T3 alclad.

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Old 04-26-2011, 11:49 AM   #3
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Here is all the info you need about the original material.

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Specific answer is 2024-t3 .032 Alcoa (brand name)
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Old 04-27-2011, 01:57 AM   #5
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thanks guys ...thats great.

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