MG 42 Cam section build
The first step is to file the edges of the halves flat and check the width.
I measured 2 cam sections and my receiver and the width you want should
be about 2.210" this will give a few thousandths clearance.
I measured 2 cam sections and my receiver and the width you want should
be about 2.210" this will give a few thousandths clearance.
The next step is to clamp the sections together, I used a 1/2" steel bar
inside to get the parts flat and aligned, use the raised portion for the grip
stick as a reference.
inside to get the parts flat and aligned, use the raised portion for the grip
stick as a reference.
when you have it clamped up and the alignment is correct, tack the
bottom together with a series of small welds.
bottom together with a series of small welds.
Now clamp and align the top front and tack it in place, use a steel
backer to hold it flat.
backer to hold it flat.
Clamp, align and tack weld the rear top section, if it is all aligned
properly you are now ready to weld it up.
properly you are now ready to weld it up.