> Looks cool.  I look forward to hearing how well it works,
> when compared to
> the $1000 pro jobs, or teensy-weensy soldering iron tips.
>
> About the steel wool trick:
>
> A very similar trick has been discussed at length on the RV (homebuilt
> airplane) list, where "chore girl" type scouring pads are
> stuffed into the
> heat muff that surrounds one of the exhaust pipes to obtain
> cabin heat (CO
> sensors a must, in case of leaks!).

Hmmm, interesting! I was thinking at first of a couple of BBs that would get
hot and provide more surface area. I'm glad that I didn't have any...


> Apparently the stuff works not so much by slowing down the
> airflow, but by
> creating turbulence, and by increasing the heated surface area.

I guess I implied that it works by slowing down the airflow. I just meant
that this was a noticeable result. Also that the airflow should not be
stopped completely.

My intent was to increase surface area and the interaction of a hot surface
and air. I just didn't explain it well. (I'll fix it soon.)


> For longevity, stainless steel wool (sometimes even available
> in grocery stores) would be preferable.

I actually used brass shavings in my tests. I appreciate your input!

-Rob

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