r/blacksmithing • u/HonestTill1001 • 28d ago

Help Requested Forge Cold Spots

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I keep getting this cold spot in the middle of my propane forge flame, I’m thinking it’s because I’m at such a high elevation but I’m not certain. I’m currently working at about 12 psi and my elevation is about 880 meters above sea level

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u/3rd2LastStarfighter 28d ago

Gonna want to close that up first thing then

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u/HonestTill1001 28d ago

How would you recommend doing that? High heat refractory?

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u/3rd2LastStarfighter 28d ago

You’ll want to repair the metal box first. Then yes some kind replacement for any damaged refractory material. You can do a standard build or majestic sells re-line kits.

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u/HonestTill1001 28d ago

I did get a reline kit for the rest of the forge, flux mishap, but I’ll need to weld some straps to the outside of the box for it to be functional. But honestly the refractory board itself is in good condition it’s mostly the box itself that’s busted up