On Aug 2, 1:33*am, wrote:
On Sat, 31 Jul 2010 14:53:59 -0500, "DanG" wrote:
Your story doesn't make any sense whatsoever.

Oxy/Acetylene equipment will cost a lot more than $200 unless you
find something used. *It would not be the correct thing to use to
join sheet metal on a roof.

I doubt the previous work was done with butane and aluminum. *I
suspect that it was propane and solder which is aluminum colored.
I would be VERY worried about your workman's skill and knowledge
if he told you this. *A propane torch costs about $30 and could be
used to solder together sheet metal, but would not be the tool I
would use, especially on a roof with tar paper and other
flammables. *Professional roofers use heavy soldering irons with
stick solder and flux.

Flat sheet metal is not normally used on a roof as it is very
difficult to hold down without putting holes in it, and is very
prone to "oil canning". *Normal metal roof panels are corrugated
or formed into standing seam pans. *Every effort is made to keep
fasteners hidden or water tight.

What are you trying to do? *With more information perhaps someone
can help you

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Yep, here's one from soldering gutters.

http://www2.wnct.com/news/2010/mar/3..._wor-ar-13853/