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Post by Deleted on Sept 22, 2016 21:10:34 GMT
Hi all,
Just got myself an ARC welder set donated ... Excellent. I need molten metal and sparks in my life, and the angle grinder is getting boring.
However, I've never even seen one of these things let alone used one.
So, anyone out there fancy donating some time in exchange for beer / Lager to show me the basics ?
All I'm looking for is how not to electrocute myself, set fire to the garage or melt through the floor. Then I can happily practice the rest on my tod.
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Post by Wheelnut on Sept 23, 2016 21:36:51 GMT
Not sure mate - last time I tried to weld somethimg it looked like a seagull had shat on it from a thousand feet.
Maybe try the local colleges - they often have evening classes that include welding.
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Post by Gonzos Kustom Paint Shop on Sept 23, 2016 22:46:46 GMT
i will show you its easy old school
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Post by Gonzos Kustom Paint Shop on Sept 23, 2016 22:48:11 GMT
new school is now mig or tig your new friend is this hammer  |
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Post by Deleted on Sept 25, 2016 12:50:12 GMT
Gives "knocking off the old slag" a new meaning ......
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Post by Gonzos Kustom Paint Shop on Sept 25, 2016 13:13:40 GMT
lol so true rivercop
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Post by Deleted on Sept 25, 2016 14:57:26 GMT
If you're willing to give up your time to show me the basics I'll deffo take you up on that.
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Post by Gonzos Kustom Paint Shop on Sept 25, 2016 15:22:55 GMT
yes mate just let me no when your free
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Post by Deleted on Sept 27, 2016 10:26:58 GMT
Due to sickness n courses I'm stowed out at work til about mid Oct .... But I'll drop you a line when I start getting days off again !
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Post by Gonzos Kustom Paint Shop on Sept 27, 2016 16:53:27 GMT
ok
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Post by kamas on Sept 28, 2016 20:20:49 GMT
I tried to watch few lads at work how they weld but everytime they keep flashing some strange light and cannot see anything after   I think welding it some sort of black magic  |
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Post by Deleted on Sept 29, 2016 5:05:51 GMT
I know .... So tempted just to plug it in and attack something metal..... The garage door looks favorite!
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Post by Lee on Oct 1, 2016 9:36:33 GMT
I had a go recently. Despite doing two years as an apprentice plater, it wasn't as easy as I remember.
My set is a bit Mickey Mouse, but it is new.
I think with stick welding, it's quite important to make sure the rods are properly dry.
If left laid about in the garage, they absorb moisture and they put a whole new meaning to the term "stick welding"
Pop them in the oven on a low setting for two hours prior to use. The difference is crystal clear when you use them.
If you need any rods, give me a shout, I've got loads
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Post by Deleted on Oct 1, 2016 11:49:31 GMT
Cheers Lee, Got given about 20 boxes of various sparklers when I got the welder. Not short of kit just short of aptitude !
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Post by greenman on Oct 24, 2016 0:23:22 GMT
Have you got a auto darkening welding mask .this makes it far easier to see the job before you arc up .Google,YouTube it also it's easier if it's your first time cut the welding rod in half rod sizes 1.6/2/2.5 mm better to practice with =retired plater\welder good luck
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Post by johndc on Oct 24, 2016 15:05:38 GMT
Have you got a auto darkening welding mask .this makes it far easier to see the job before you arc up .Google,YouTube it also it's easier if it's your first time cut the welding rod in half rod sizes 1.6/2/2.5 mm better to practice with =retired plater\welder good luck Don't try welding any thin sheet metal with an arc welder (will just put holes in it) Stick to 3mm thickness and upwards with it. Good to see you back Ron  |
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Post by Simondo on Oct 24, 2016 18:42:07 GMT
Sticking bits of metal to other bits of metal is really fun, however I wouldn't suggest just plugging it in and attacking some meta  you'll end up sealing yourself in when you go for the garage door |
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Post by Deleted on Oct 24, 2016 22:54:38 GMT
Just patiently waiting for my made in china face mask to float over here ... Itching to start making fires
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you'll end up sealing yourself in when you go for the garage door