Originally posted by dallasb84:
WHAT kind of aluminum are you wanting?



That was actually why I started this post. I wanted to hear comments on what materials would be best.

I really want to go with aluminium, but did not know what kind I should get or the best way to hold it all together.

Since starting this post - I still want to use alum, but still at odds over what kind to use. I will have to have three pieces, and the bottom is curved on one side, so I will have to be able to bend it by hand. At least to start the curve anyway. Ponding out the details of the curve would not be a problem.

So, with that in mind... Would still suggest .050 or .063 t6.

As for heat... I am going to apply a ceramic coating to the outside and possible just paint black with a high temp paint and clear coat it.

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