Aluminum motorcycle cases

Jun 16, 2006 2 Replies

I plan to construct a welded aluminum box, custom fitted for a tight spot on a motorcycle, something like

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but in a different shape.



What type of alloy would be best? Any suggestions on where to find the latches, hinges and extrusions needed for the lid?



Thanks for any suggestions or comments.


Holy Smokes!

Dose iz sum 'spensive battery boxes!

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Ted Bennett wrote:

5052 is a very good choice for this. Corrosion resistant, easy to form and weld. It is likely what they are using as well.

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