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  1. To all who replied to me with your insights, suggestions and guidance all I can say is WOW and thank you. (Since I posted this cry for help I did visit my local welding supplier, found some solder that was supposed to work on aluminum (and didn't despite cleaning and flux, but maybe I did not do a good enough cleaning job) and tried some epoxy that was supposed to work on metal (aluminum) - it didn't.) There were several good ideas for how to do what I want'/need to do and I am going to try again to "solder" the aluminum tubing I have using some better materials and techniques suggested. And if that doesn't work I'l try using brass rod. That looked like a good alternative. Again, thank you to everyone for your thoughtful replies. BlueOcean
  2. I am building model sailing and power yachts using the bread and butter method with mahogany, basswood and Spanish cedar. I've developed some unique rigging using a variety of materials from hardware, fishing, jewelry making and sail making. I intended to use 1/8" aluminum tubing for bow and stern pulpits and rails but i have been unsuccessful in joining the tubing. I've tried soldering, but the aluminum tube melts before the solder and when the solder I have did melt it did not adhere to the aluminum. I've tried a dozen glues. None worked. I've even tried lashing the pieces together using very thin jewelry wire but it's a pain and the result is not acceptable. Supposedly aluminum can be soldered and I remain bullish on that method but I need some guidance. What solder/flux do I need? Any special prep to ensure a good clean joint? What tool is best for this type of soldering? Where can I get the materials at a reasonable price? Is there a technique for holding these small pieces while soldering them? Please let me know how I can do this or, if you have a better idea I am open to learning. Thank you. BlueOcean
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