Difference between mild steel and chromoly?
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Difference between mild steel and chromoly?
Whats the difference between mild steel and chromoly, say with a K-member for example. I would assume chromoly is stronger, but if so, how much stronger and how do weights compare? Thanks.
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Re: Difference between mild steel and chromoly?
Generally, chrome moly is used to reduce weight. Because its stronger, you can use a thinner wall section in the tubing, reducing the weight, while keeping the strength the same. But chrome moly is difficult to weld correctly.
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