Zouhair I use a very small amount of flux, (Iron Mountain being my first choice) I put it just around the joints of the scarf and it doesnt mess with the bricks. The worst thing is I burn holes in shirts.
I guess that's the venue confirmed . Need to workout a date and confirmed participant . I am definitely in, and any date is good for me.
Yes indeed they are 0.8 mm mig tips which worked fine. But I have changed them since by some proper burner tips of 7200 Btu. You can always purchase the Pro forge orifices and they only cost around $5
If you are looking to build a forge this is what you should aim for. 1/2 inch bar heated in 12 seconds. Not too bad. View: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1fw_SyPowpo