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Discussion in 'Garage / Workshop' started by EL TACOROJO, Sep 17, 2010.

  1. Apr 19, 2013 at 6:44 PM
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    ian408

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    What kinds of things to you want to weld?

    A stick welder will do a good job but it's a bit more difficult to learn how to weld with than a MIG machine especially if you're going to teach yourself.
     
  2. Apr 19, 2013 at 6:46 PM
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    Don't have specific plans for it, basically use it for small jobs in my home garage. All I know is that I am tired of my wire welder and want to upgrade.
     
  3. Apr 19, 2013 at 6:53 PM
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    ian408

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    idk if I'd call stick a step up. It is different.

    What things don't you like about your MIG machine?
     
  4. Apr 19, 2013 at 6:57 PM
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    Infra

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    Well years ago I was learning to weld with a stick welder, and I am finding it hard to weld with this wire welder.
     
  5. Apr 19, 2013 at 8:04 PM
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    Never heard that before, most find it easier to weld with a mig since it is easier. If you prefer stick then go with it, but for smaller garage projects a mig is usually the better way to do being its easier to weld thinner material and still be able to change some adjustments and weld 1/2-3/4".
     
  6. Apr 19, 2013 at 8:20 PM
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    What seems to be the trouble? You can always check out www.weldingtipsandtricks.com for some help with technique/settings and what not too.

    This is generally the case.

    Still, if you find it easier to stick weld, $375 isn't such a bad deal either.
     
  7. Apr 20, 2013 at 5:28 PM
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    Uh. It's beat to he//. But it's only 1 owner.
    Custom body work/damage ARB rear locker Bumpers Shocks Other parts Tires and Rims Air tank fully plumbed into truck "Golf ball mod"
    How do these look? Input would be appreciated!

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  8. Apr 20, 2013 at 5:52 PM
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    It appears you cut them off straight with no bevels and welded them up. To get better penetration, you need to grind a bevel on the two pieces where they join, and weld it out to the edge of the steel. You only made one pass on these, didn't you? I think this thickness of joint will need multiple passes to make a strong connection. This looks like 1/4" material you are working with. Is this correct?
     
  9. Apr 20, 2013 at 6:05 PM
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    Needs better penetration. Either more heat or slow down. Not sure you'd need a second pass if you had better penetration.
     
  10. Apr 20, 2013 at 6:21 PM
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    Uh. It's beat to he//. But it's only 1 owner.
    Custom body work/damage ARB rear locker Bumpers Shocks Other parts Tires and Rims Air tank fully plumbed into truck "Golf ball mod"
    Note taken on the beveling, any where that I join two pieces of plate together I usually bevel, I can try doing that to the butt type joints too.

    And I wish I could just use more heat, but that's all my little welder has, its a fabricater 181i. I think its biggest downfall is that I have to run it off a 75' extension cord. At least until I get a real garage...

    So I guess I will just have to slow down a wee bit.

    Thanks!
     
  11. Apr 20, 2013 at 6:25 PM
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    This is pretty cool, didn't know this thread existed (or I forgot) lol

    I'm currently a welder for a company called Martin Sprocket & Gear.

    Hopefully picking up an engine driven welder for the house tomorrow!
     
  12. Apr 20, 2013 at 7:01 PM
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    Custom body work/damage ARB rear locker Bumpers Shocks Other parts Tires and Rims Air tank fully plumbed into truck "Golf ball mod"
    What kind of welder are you picking up?
     
  13. Apr 20, 2013 at 7:22 PM
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    So Ian and Eric....above is the welder that was given to me. As stated before, I don't really know jack about welding and dude who gave me the welder said he doesn't have time to help me out.

    So forgive me for asking what may be a dumb question but, do I need a gas cylinder with this welder?
     
  14. Apr 20, 2013 at 8:22 PM
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    If it's really just flux core, then no. You don't need gas. You do need flux core wire tho.
     
  15. Apr 21, 2013 at 5:59 AM
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  16. Apr 21, 2013 at 6:07 AM
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  17. Apr 21, 2013 at 6:11 AM
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  19. Apr 21, 2013 at 7:25 AM
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    That really depends on the mashine you dont have to run multple passes if the mashine can handle it. My miller 252's can run full pen in 1/2" in a single pass no problem. I do agree with the bevel.
     
  20. Apr 21, 2013 at 9:13 AM
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    Is there any downside to having a larger mig welder if you have the outlet to handle it? Would a larger 220v have problems with smaller projects and thinner metal?
     

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