type of aluminum to use

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I am planning a meat trailer build and the local supplier has 5052 & 5086 available. I had originally planned on using 6061 but it isn't available in 1/8". Which material is better suited for a small trailer bucket?  will either weld alright with 4043?
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Reply:good reference, thank you. I intend to have sheets bent to form this and minimize the welding
Reply:best option 5052 material and weld with 5356Option two 5052 material and weld with 4043Option three, pick from the two above6061 does not bend very well.