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DOM or Pipe Barrels
Clowdis:
DOM tubing would not have a seam because it is drawn over a mandrel instead of rolled and welded. The mandrel would erase any joint line. What you may have is ERW (electric resistance welded) tubing which is a whole 'nuther thing. I would not trust the welded tubing. Most racing organizations will not even allow a racer to make a roll cage from ERW tubing, it has to be DOM. Could the groove running the length of your barrel be a scratch instead of a seam?
Daryl:
I am assuming the DOM is what is called, Seamless Tubing?
JEH:
It's definitely a seam. Not as pronounced as a ERW pipe seam but it's there. Been a TIG welder fabricator for alot of years so I have seen miles of pipe. As prolific a builder as Ken is I wouldn't think he would peddle pipe bombs. Just looking for other opinions.
bob in the woods:
Ask Ken .
RonT:
Any chance of taking a pic? Can you feel the seam with a pin or sharpened wire? Since you only mentioned the I.D., assume there is not indication on O.D..
Again, ask Ken.
Cheers,
R
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