Bronze Spec for backstay adjuster nut

[DaveA]

I need to machine up a new bronze nut for my backstay adjuster assembly, the screw and the rest of the assembly is stainless , can anyone recommend a suitable bronze that is both easily machined and will cope with the conditons .
am I right in thinking a silicon bronze is the type to use?



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[dickh]

Yes, Silicon Bronze should be OK. Don't use Mangenese Bronze which is really only a higher quality brass.

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[DaveA]

thanks- I'll give that a go

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