Should I add tin to range lead?

[BNE]

YES, add some Tin. Your range scrap probably has NO TIN. I have tested a lot of Range scrap and it is typically 1% Antimony, 99% Lead.

A little (1/2% to 2%) will make all the difference.

Lots of threads about where to find Tin on this forum.

BNE

[Sasquatch-1]

So who has a good source for easily available tin? Ive heard pewter from goodwill and thrift stores, any other cheap alternatives?

An expensive way is solder. At stained glass shops it is running between $13.00 to $21.00 a pound depending on the tin content. If you are an avid yard sale/flee market shopper you may be able to find some there along with pewter. My best score on pewter was at the old Harpers Ferry Flee Market. I got about 20 lbs for $10.00. The problem was my wife kept half of it for display. Also you may want to check historic events like 18th century market fairs and Rendezvous. I scored 6 goblets for about 30 cents a piece at one.

[243winxb]

Add Linotype. The range scrap needs both Antimomy & Tin.

[country gent]

I have been told if you pry the knob off there is an adjusting screw in the stem to adjust the heat range if the pot. Ive never done it or had to but may pay to look.

Roto Metals and MVA both sell 100% bar tin also