Heavy Cast Steel Enamel Sink = Forge ?

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Kevin the grey

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Can I use a heavy bathroom sink as a forge ? its got a pretty good sized drain on it . 1 and 1/4 inches . Could I line it with dirty clay .
 
The simple answer is yes.Almost anything that will hold the coals can work.The shape of a sink may not be ideal,but isn't terrible,either.The drain hole is a bit small,but you can modify almost anything with enough ingenuity.That said,A truck tire rim makes an excellent forge,you can get one for free.The plans are everywhere )do a search) for "truck rim forge".
Stacy
 
I asked a truck driver I know to look out for a brake drum and of course he just recycled two . I have another buddy who is a mechanic and he,ll scare me up one sometime . Someone just tossed this sink and i figured I could get started with that and switch aeration equipment over when I get the drum .
 
your biggest problem will be the enamel. it will be popping off at these temps, think little sharp bits of hot glass flying around.
 
My first forge was a kitchen sink lined with clay dug out of the back yard mixed with wood ash,she lasted for a few years untill I got a better forge and disposed of her,she was still working fine by the way.

Just make a trip down to the local scrap metal yard or car junk yard,rims are plentiful.You could also pick one up at a tire store,15-16 inch wheel will work till you get something better,once you get the first forge built you will know better what you like in a forge and what will work better for you.oce the clay is cured you could use a wooden box for the forge body,that is if you have thick enough clay.

Just use your imagination,and have some fine,
Bruce
 
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