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Since this non functional welder is currently driving me nuts, I put a hold to all my other hairbrain projects and pulled the cover on...

I would not weld the seam at all if I could avoid it. Just weld the two pieces to the base.

Has anyone had experience with the miller 2.0 clear lens?

So I have a Lincoln 140 c has infinite amp and wire speed adjustment about 10 yrs old. Never worked correctly like my old Lincoln 100...

Actually used it for spray arc transfer at 215 amps, with 30 CFM of shielding gas.

My project for last year was to fabricate a land plane for my compact tractor (Kubota BX 25D). I took a two day MIG course a couple...

Thanks. Sorry for the delay. My settings here must be such that I wasn't notified of the responses. I ended up clamping, tacking and...

I would not weld the seam at all if I could avoid it. Just weld the two pieces to the base.

The first 2 questions are: 1) how much distortion can you tolerate and 2) do you need full penetration/full strength at the weld (what...

Depends on what size spool your machine will accept. I use 10 pound spools on my Hobart but some machines will only take the smaller...

I have a new wire welder and would like advice as to which wire to purchase for a newbie.

To avoid warpage to the least amount, double V bevel (bevel equally from both sides) and alternate welding the front and back side of...

To avoid warpage to the least amount, double V bevel (bevel equally from both sides) and alternate welding the front and back side of...

I like the 7018 also, but, it is very susceptible to porosity if not welded over clean metal. Rust & grease are the worst things to...

I've used a MIG on the farm for over 30 years, and have welded 3/4"-1"+ steel, with no problems. I've even welded cast iron with the...