84ninety
Active Member
Yes this video is better than the last.
I have already brought some of the proper
I think I will subscribe to this chaps YouTube channel! Many thanks!
Yes this video is better than the last.
I have already brought some of the proper
I think I will subscribe to this chaps YouTube channel! Many thanks!
bluedog333
Well-Known Member
Definitely some crap being sold out there! Not teaching you how to suck eggs but you do know the two washers are different because one is for the top of the bush and one is for the bottom? (One sits in the mount and the other sort of ‘goes over’ the bush).
84ninety
Active Member
Yes on this occasion I did know that, but it never hurts to mention these things as I am totally new to this game! I have got hold of a parts manual which is a god send
tottot
Well-Known Member
Have a look at "MIG welding forum " Lots of info on welders and a good beginners section.
When I left school in 1970 the first thing I bought was a welder for the farm, stick type and still use it some today although MIG does most work now. A great life skill to have.
The second was a calculator [ cost 16 quid which was a lot back then ] because I was rubbish at maths.
When I left school in 1970 the first thing I bought was a welder for the farm, stick type and still use it some today although MIG does most work now. A great life skill to have.
The second was a calculator [ cost 16 quid which was a lot back then ] because I was rubbish at maths.
84ninety
Active Member
I will check that forum. Thank you! Yes going on a 10 week evening course, so really hoping to get the basic skillsHave a look at "MIG welding forum " Lots of info on welders and a good beginners section.
When I left school in 1970 the first thing I bought was a welder for the farm, stick type and still use it some today although MIG does most work now. A great life skill to have.
The second was a calculator [ cost 16 quid which was a lot back then ] because I was rubbish at maths.
I will check that forum. Thank you! Yes going on a 10 week evening course, so really hoping to get the basic skills
You will be asking what MIG is best to buy next
Enjoy the course
J
84ninety
Active Member
Yes I might!! But really the tutor might help too!!You will be asking what MIG is best to buy next
Enjoy the course
J
84ninety
Active Member
I started my welding eve course earlier in the week! 1st of 10 weeks.
Tutor seems confident I’ll have the skills to repair my chassis etc by the end. Happy days!
Did you know they have these amazing welding simulators to get you started? 14k per machine!
I’m away I’m pleased I could not find a we
Tutor seems confident I’ll have the skills to repair my chassis etc by the end. Happy days!
Did you know they have these amazing welding simulators to get you started? 14k per machine!
I’m away I’m pleased I could not find a we
84ninety
Active Member
Thank you! Yes thanks for these tips. I’m sure I’ll be back asking for advice nearer the time! I’m going so be a bit scared when it comes to cutting bits out of the chassis!!!Pretty good there.
bluedog333
Well-Known Member
Looks a bit cold and the wire speed might be a bit high (assuming that’s done with MIG?). Good start though and like you say, keep practicing and you’ll get the chassis patched no problem.
84ninety
Active Member
Yes it is with a MIG. Thank you for the tips
had last week off For 1/2 term. back again Tuesday. Hopefully lockdown won’t stop classes! I’ll keep you posted
frog hopper
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I'm glad you said that cos as another amateur welder that's what I thought.
Now a question for you, if the wire speed was reduced a bit would that be the same as raising the temp(power) to get the same bead??
jamesmartin
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no power is what gives penetration,obviously thats sat on the topI'm glad you said that cos as another amateur welder that's what I thought.
Now a question for you, if the wire speed was reduced a bit would that be the same as raising the temp(power) to get the same bead??
frog hopper
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Yes I see that, I was just wondering, if the wire feed was reduced a bit and the weld bead was laid down slower, would that put more heat into the weld?
jamesmartin
Well-Known Member
not really it would just burn back and stop,power and wire speed go together you can either feel it pushing back or it keeps cutting out,you want as much power that dosent burn holes
frog hopper
Well-Known Member
OK, thanks. I generally have a brief practice on anything I do, usually starting with a high power setting and reducing to avoid burning through. I also fiddle about with feed as well, but that's about it.
