Does anybody what kinda of metal is the 1/2 to -10An fitting? I"m having a tough time trying to tig it onto the oil pan. I put a magnet on it to see if it's brass and it's not. Thank you.

 

Blue or red - aluminum
goldy color - brass or coated steel
dark grey - steel
coated - your guess is mine.

Rich

 

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If it's magnetic that will tell you it's a ferritic metal (some stainless steels, most mild steels).

If a magnet doesn't stick to it, it's most likely aluminum.

If you can't tell the difference between materials, I'd suggest not welding that yourself unless you want problems down the road.

 

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If your trying to weld alumium to steel, thats your answer... no weldy

Rich

 

My oilpan is steel, not aluminum. I thought all stainless steel were not suppose to be magnetic? The fitting is coated, but I brushed the color off prior to welding. I need help since this is the only thing that is keeping me from finishing my project.

 

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400 series is a great example of magnetic stainless steel.