Float skins.

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akmillman
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Float skins.

Post by akmillman » Thu Apr 06, 2023 4:40 pm

I am finishing a set of 1800 amphibs from MAM.
I was curious to know if anyone remembers if the side skins are 2024 or 6061. Looks like 6061. I can only find one stamp, it is on one of the bay dividers and it says 2024. I have easy access to 2024. Just looking for some help.

Brad

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Re: Float skins.

Post by WCKP » Fri Apr 07, 2023 11:37 am

Brad,

Side skins are made from .020", typically 6061-T6 was used because it was more economical for MAM to use; 2024-T3 would be your alternative.
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akmillman
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Re: Float skins.

Post by akmillman » Fri Apr 07, 2023 6:23 pm

Thanks Jeff,

I have easy access to 2024. Have to go 300 miles further for 6061. Should I go get that or settle for 2024?

Brad

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Re: Float skins.

Post by WCKP » Sat Apr 08, 2023 9:33 am

akmillman wrote:
Fri Apr 07, 2023 6:23 pm
Thanks Jeff,

I have easy access to 2024. Have to go 300 miles further for 6061. Should I go get that or settle for 2024?

Brad
The 2024 is fine, MAM has made material substitutions for years.
Jeff M
West Coast Kit Planes Ltd.
www.westcoastkitplanes.com

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Franklin Rebel (Flying)
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