cast iron

In the past decade a couple of foundries have started to make thinner and lighter cast iron frying pans. As well, many of the same companies also make carbon steel frying pans. The cast iron pans are noticeably lighter but are said to retain many of the cooking and non-stick characteristics of...

I have an old cast iron hinge that is frozen. I have removed it. Tried penetrant, heating it. Hitting on it gently as I do not want to break it. As it has some size I am soaking it in new transmission fluid just hoping it might get into all areas to "free" it up. Any thoughts? thanks

There is one for sale locally, but I would prefer to have Tractor with CI Rear.

I have a 32" bandsaw ca.1920, with a chip in the rim of the upper wheel. I'm trying to figure out the best way to repair, before re-tiring the wheel. Wheel is cast iron, with a machined rim and hub, and some spot removal on the spokes for balancing. Since getting it right and strong is much...

Can anyone help identify this wheel? It's 40" diameter and 3" wide. IHC stamp and numbered 8707. Thanks for any information!