Newbie Welding thread, Help me get started - what do i need and need to know |
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Newbie Welding thread, Help me get started - what do i need and need to know |
DRPHIL914 |
Oct 15 2015, 10:27 AM
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Dr. Phil Group: Members Posts: 5,768 Joined: 9-December 09 From: Bluffton, SC Member No.: 11,106 Region Association: South East States |
I need help! I cant afford to pay someone else to do all the little things that are cropping up on my Build-off thread car, and eventually need to do the longs in my other car, - also too cheap to pay someone else and then not be satisfied with the work, or the time it takes, it always seems to be that way.
So I need a lsit of supplies, what type of mig welder, etc etc. , where to look, or find a used one maybe... any advice will be appreciated: brand and supplies, then how to practice, safety issue and advice- etc etc. Thanks - and the I can post my ugly buildoff pictures !!! |
madmax914 |
Oct 15 2015, 02:23 PM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 204 Joined: 16-February 14 From: Salem, Oregon Member No.: 17,007 Region Association: Pacific Northwest |
I have welded for 30 years, for working on my 914 all I use is my Miller 135. It runs on 115v power and you can dial it down in power and wire size to do any sheet metal work. I'm presently building motor mounts which requires me to weld 1/8" walled tubing and it performs flawlessly. You won't be able to weld a bead two feet long due to it's short duty cycle but for everything else it works great.
I would recommend buying it from your local Welding Supply store, They will assist you in setting up the machine for what you want to weld and they will point you in the right direction of what type of gas to use. Please whatever you do DO NOT BUY a flux core machine that run about $200-$300 dollars. The weld quality is poor and they will sour you on welding at all. If you have any questions let me know. I've attached a picture of what works for me the best! Attached image(s) |
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