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07-11-2010, 12:12 AM
aametalmaster
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I would use a long bed lathe and a steady rest. Then grind an HSS tool bit to suit your radius. Alum should cut real nice. But the length may be a problem unless you can grip them on the inside and cut on the chuck end...Bob
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