need help making a tube frame

[dixietilldeath4x4]

so im makin a tube frame for my friends little bro. im good with metal work, but what type of metal should i use, steel, alum., brass? and do i solder it, cause i dont have access to a welder and what do i need to solder it because i have a butane torch. anyways thanks

 

[yjdavid]

brazing would be the most cost effective and easiest way, I use a MAPP torch, and Harris safety silv brazing rod/flux.

steel brake line from an auto parts store is the way to go for cheap tubing... although solid rod and other kinds of tube can be used with success.

 

[dixietilldeath4x4]

okay, the model shop has some solid steel tubing, will that work?

 

[rbgerrish]

You mean solid rod? 1/8 is popular, 3/16 is also good, but it'll be heavy. Brakeline is usually 3/16, just be sure to wire-wheel it first to get the coating off, its not good to breath the fumes.