Thanks Loco Bill, I definitely will.  I learned the hardway by not using a proper respirator once and won't make that mistake again. 

Raymond

Thanks again Barry.

FYI, Vitamin C intake does help to rid the body of lead.  (based on studies of career painters using lead paint back in the 50's)

Raymond

Thanks Bach-man!

Thanks Barry for the info!

My main concern (which I'm not sure was very obvious) was contaminating myself or an area with lead if I cut the block off.  This does help some as it sounds like it may not be.  I'm going to play it safe and use full protection and cut this block outside with a fan to blow the dust away from me. 

Raymond

Is it:

1. Lead
2. A lead alloy
3. Some other metal.

Does this help clarify my question?


Raymond

Hi,

I'm working on one of these engines and need to cut some of the weight off of one of the weights in the boiler.  Before I start cutting, can anyone tell me if the weights are lead or just regular metal?  They don't look shiney like lead.

Thanks.

Raymond