"Roger Derby" wrote in message
nk.net...
Don't discard the idea of wood molds just because they char. Carbon
crucibles are common


Wood molds can be used when pouring lead. To protect them from charring,
paint them with "waterglass".

Don't ask me where to get "waterglass"-- someone gave me some when I was
using a wood mold for a 3000# ballast keel. It is very fluid and when it
dries the surface will have a glossy appearance...

Regarding, using the BBQ grill for melting the lead, be careful not to load
your pot with too much lead. The legs or grill grate could collapse and
spill hot lead on you.

Steve
s/v Good Intentions