Well, best laid plans go awry -- I ordered some silicon bronze rods, but what I received was regular zinc brazing rods. :( Fortunately the seller gave a prompt refund, and I have ordered some more silicon bronze (hopefully correct this time), but in the meantime, my friend wanted to go ahead and com...

Sorry for the long silence -- a little something called work keeps getting in the way of my fun. :) I decided to order some silicon bronze rod and do some experimenting with TIG brazing. The rod has arrived, so hopefully I will get a chance to experiment tomorrow evening after work. Unfortunately my...

Thanks for the help! To answer a question raised, it is a 2" ball, not a bearing assembly. To reduce the brittleness of the weld, how much would preheating to 500 degrees help? I am interested in the silicon bronze route, but have never worked with it. Can anyone point me to some information on...

As the title says -- can a successful TIG weld be made to a fully hardened 2" ball bearing? The box says the bearing is "Grade 40 Chrome Steel." I'm guessing it is typical bearing steel, 51200 (?). If not TIG welding, then can anyone suggest another method that might work? I need to a...