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Discussion in '2nd Gen. Builds (2005-2015)' started by Darth_Yota, Oct 13, 2013.

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  1. Dec 1, 2013 at 3:22 PM
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    Thanks man!
     
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  2. Dec 6, 2013 at 12:55 AM
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    Great job so far, and again.. awesome bumper build thread.
    What welder are you using?
     
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  3. Dec 6, 2013 at 12:59 AM
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    I'm using a Lincoln Power Mig 350MP

    It's what we use in the shop to weld aluminum and stainless, but I have it configured for steel at the moment! Thing is great! If I had the money kicking around I would buy one of these in a heartbeat!
     
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  4. Dec 6, 2013 at 1:13 AM
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    Shiiiiit, don't know if I can drop $4k on a welder.
    What would you recommend for someone who is just looking to get into (preferably MIG) welding, doesn't need something REAL fancy-- would be mainly using it for steel such as bumpers/bed racks/random body welding

    I've heard Miller is a reputable brand, also been suggested the Lincoln 140c...
     
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  5. Dec 6, 2013 at 1:26 AM
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    Yeah... it's ridiculous, but it's a very industrial oriented machine...

    I would recommend the millermatic 211. I've spent a decent amount of time welding with one and they are awesome! AND wont completely destroy your wallet ($1,100)...

    http://www.millerwelds.com/products/mig/product.php?model=M00245

    and the 140 from lincoln is great, but you're always going to want to weld something a little thicker...
     
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  6. Dec 6, 2013 at 1:29 AM
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    That's the welder this guy used to weld my sliders... looked very straight forward and awesome!
     
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  7. Dec 6, 2013 at 1:39 AM
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    I spent a summer welding together giant pig (or anything really) smokers out of old propane tanks with a lot of *custom* embellishments. Ran it all day everyday for a few weeks without a single issue. It's super straight forward!
     
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  8. Dec 6, 2013 at 1:43 AM
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    Well it's added to my "build's" mod list haha technically I'll need it for the truck so that works.. but you've helped make my mind up :D
     
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  9. Dec 6, 2013 at 1:48 AM
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    Sweet! Glad I could give my input!

    Another great machine to have is one of the small ac/dc lincoln invertec tig machines for stainless, and thin metal or detail work.
     
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  10. Dec 6, 2013 at 1:56 AM
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    Lol yeah that'd be sweet but these welders/their equipment aren't cheap! :(
     
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  11. Dec 6, 2013 at 2:17 AM
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    No kidding...
     
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  12. Dec 6, 2013 at 2:46 AM
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    Dude have you been up all night working? Lol
     
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  13. Dec 6, 2013 at 2:47 AM
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    :spy: ...no...


    Yes. I'm having too much fun to stop!
     
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  14. Dec 6, 2013 at 2:53 AM
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    Haha your crazy. The pictures look freaking awesome, the bumper is coming out really good.
     
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  15. Dec 6, 2013 at 3:06 AM
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    Glad you like! I'm really taking it slow, making sure everything is right.
     
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  16. Dec 6, 2013 at 6:42 AM
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    Where are these bed rack drawing? I havn't been sleeping in anticipation!
     
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  17. Dec 6, 2013 at 7:08 AM
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    I'll send you some pictures when I get to my computer! Expect them in around 2 hours :D
     
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  18. Dec 7, 2013 at 10:42 PM
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    Testing out the new bumper (not finished)
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    Decided I'd take some current photos. I can't compose an image worth a crap...
     
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  19. Dec 9, 2013 at 8:19 AM
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    Mounted the hi-lift on the brackets I made the other night! Stainless steel scrap!

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  20. Mar 9, 2014 at 11:35 PM
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    Took her out wheeling Sunday. New tires made a huge difference.

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