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Built by a 14 year old (with some help from my dad)

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Builds (2005-2015)' started by jwarr, Aug 17, 2021.

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  1. Aug 27, 2021 at 5:44 AM
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    I asked because I just learned that you should use 309L filler material to weld dissimilar metals. "Should use" doesn't mean other things won't work, but for optimal strength. Something about chromium/nickel content.

    https://www.lincolnelectric.com/en-au/support/welding-how-to/Pages/filler-metal-detail.aspx
     
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    Stainless steel was because it was what we had and he just welded it with the same wire that we use for regular steel
     
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    We used the fixtures that we made to locate the rear body and front bed mounts onto our frame, everything seemed to fit right:
    upload_2021-8-30_7-56-53.jpg

    upload_2021-8-30_7-57-45.jpg

    Then my dad welded them on:
    upload_2021-8-30_8-0-1.jpg

    upload_2021-8-30_8-0-51.jpg
     
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    And we got our BAMF shock relocation brackets welded. 1/4" is a little thick for our Miller 140 welder, but they should hold together:
    upload_2021-8-30_8-13-16.jpg
     
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    and we got the old shock mounts off after ALOT of cutting and grinding:
    upload_2021-8-30_8-16-12.jpg
     
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  6. Aug 30, 2021 at 10:49 AM
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    We spent some time yesterday reinforcing the stock shackle hangers. Hammer Hangers are really nice, but expensive. So we made these plates to box them in:
    upload_2021-8-31_10-7-34.jpg

    Then fully welded them:
    upload_2021-8-31_10-8-44.jpg

    Then connected the 2 sides with 1x2 tubing:
    upload_2021-8-31_10-10-2.jpg

    Then we tied the tubing into the spare tire cross piece:
    upload_2021-8-31_10-12-59.jpg
     
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    miller for drinkin... Lincoln for welding... :rofl:

    I kid, I have a migpack 140, and welded some 1/4" plate a few times, While not "ideal" I think the 140 welders ( Lincoln or Miller ) can get the job done just fine. While I'm not expert, I'd rock those welds and not think twice about them.
     
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    Nice work kid!!!! Your dad should be proud!
     
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    Great work so far Henry. I am wondering though……. Who set the fire to the cab that was on that local new frame? Just kidding. Keep up the great work!!
     
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    We had nothing to do with it... But the timing was perfect
     
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    After a few more hours of cutting and grinding, we got the shock mounts off of the axle:
    upload_2021-9-7_7-26-9.jpg

    And the new ICON Leafs and rear axle painted in POR-15:
    upload_2021-9-7_7-27-9.jpg

    upload_2021-9-7_7-29-24.jpg
     
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    Like, so many.
    I am so impressed with this.
     
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