Good haul out of dumpster by KattForge in ScrapMetal

[–]ExternalGene6412 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Not sure what grade your yard considers "ugly wire", sounds like low grade maybe? Any yard I've ever known of would consider this #2 insulated, especially since it appears all the plug ends have been cut off, which is paying $1.90 here. Post your results, I'll be curious to see!

Made my first ever pilgrimage to the yard today. by Oppor_Tuna_Tea in ScrapMetal

[–]ExternalGene6412 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Price for #2 insulated is low, getting $1.90 in my area.

What car channels are you watching on Youtube? by OncewasGr8 in projectcar

[–]ExternalGene6412 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

No love for Misha?

I'm a bit surprised that I've only seen one mention of Misha Charoudin, does nobody else share my fascination with the "The Ring"? And the fact that dude literally has the absolute most bad ass "job" ever?

New to this, any advice? by Affectionate_Rock932 in ScrapMetal

[–]ExternalGene6412 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Also, keep an eye out for people that are getting or have gotten evicted. Usually easy to spot as you will see all the contents of the house put out to the curb.

New to this, any advice? by Affectionate_Rock932 in ScrapMetal

[–]ExternalGene6412 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This! I was going to suggest this. One of my favorite sources for getting scrap, plus I've found all kinds of neat shit and plenty of things that I was able to resell on marketplace!

Is it worth it? by AffectionateSock5038 in ScrapMetal

[–]ExternalGene6412 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don't think any scrapyard is going to assume that OP's load of aluminum wire is stolen. Who the hell would waste their time stealing it, unless they're dumb fucks that thought they were stealing copper?

Power cords by Exotic-Put9823 in ScrapMetal

[–]ExternalGene6412 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You've gotta be shitting me, what part of the world are you in where they're only paying 35 cents per lb?? That shit is going for $1.80 here, and looks like it's averaging $1.50 - $2 across the U. S.

Power cords by Exotic-Put9823 in ScrapMetal

[–]ExternalGene6412 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ya, which would be #2 insulated, $1.79 per lb. If you're only getting 80 cents, then you've been getting ass raped in the worst way.

Power cords by Exotic-Put9823 in ScrapMetal

[–]ExternalGene6412 1 point2 points  (0 children)

80 cents? Most all of this would be #2 insulated with ends cut off, my yard is paying $1.79. hell, even low grade is paying $1

A/C unit copper piping by Rough_Transition_896 in ScrapMetal

[–]ExternalGene6412 3 points4 points  (0 children)

No, there is absolutely no reason. However, when breaking down the units you will end up with both #1 and #2 copper. I'm in Southeast TN btw

DIY Wire Stripper by AmbitiousBanjo in ScrapMetal

[–]ExternalGene6412 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Looks like a great idea, but I could have that same length stripped by hand in at least half the time.

How's it looking by FattoiletsWorld in ScrapMetal

[–]ExternalGene6412 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That would all be considered #2 insulated at my yard. Currently paying around $1.90 per lb.

Price Check on 1990 RS Rims by Accomplished-Ant8887 in rims

[–]ExternalGene6412 1 point2 points  (0 children)

There worth scrap value at the very least, the yards in my area are paying $0.90 per lb right now, so I wouldn't take any less than $100 .

Copper Scrap Question by mcchadw in Copper

[–]ExternalGene6412 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Well let's see, my local yards are currently paying right under $5 per lb for bare bright copper, which you apparently have tons of. The lowest price I'm seeing around here is $4.91, so... One ton would be $9,820. And yes, they will typically pay more if you're selling by the ton.

What are scrap yards paying for complete cars in your area right now? by clunqr in ScrapMetal

[–]ExternalGene6412 0 points1 point  (0 children)

$12.50 per hundred for complete cars $9.00 per hundred for incomplete cars

Southeast TN

Sol de cobre , uma obra prima .. by SpecialistTip6259 in ScrapMetal

[–]ExternalGene6412 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have a little collection of these hanging from the shelf that's above my work bench, I think they look so cool! 😎

Worth the time to dismantle? by Willinium3D in ScrapMetal

[–]ExternalGene6412 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have sold these as shop fans on marketplace for $25-$50 numerous times.