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Beginners tend to think that the correct materials shown on plansets and kits are definitely needed, but they are usually not, and they can spend great deals of time and money attempting to obtain what is shown on the plan, when in reality, a quick scrabble around in the scrap box can usually turn up something that will do the job admirably.
Snip>You should get your neighbours and friends involved in your metal acquisition.I have told everyone I know not to throw anything away that has metal in it, until I can have a look at it. It might mean you get a yard full of junk, but at least, all you have to do is to strip the stuff down, and I will guarantee that you will get more raw material than you could ever buy for the cost of a trip down to the garbage dump to get rid of the leftovers. Snip>John