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by Dcstang67
Sun Jan 29, 2017 12:06 pm
Forum: Tig Welding - Tig Welding Aluminum - Tig Welding Techniques - Aluminum Tig Welding
Topic: Mild steel roll cage etch test
Replies: 10
Views: 2830

Re: Mild steel roll cage etch test

I tried the 3/32" rod with max machine amps set to 140on this one. ImageImage

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by Dcstang67
Sun Jan 29, 2017 9:28 am
Forum: Tig Welding - Tig Welding Aluminum - Tig Welding Techniques - Aluminum Tig Welding
Topic: Mild steel roll cage etch test
Replies: 10
Views: 2830

Re: Mild steel roll cage etch test

Yes mild steel DOM. I tried 3/32 rod, but it would stick to the puddle like a magnet when dipping. Maybe a little preheat would prevent that. Up your amps if the filler rod is sticking when dabbing. You're much better off with a single pass of the correct rod she than multiple passes. In fact, some...
by Dcstang67
Sun Jan 29, 2017 6:13 am
Forum: Tig Welding - Tig Welding Aluminum - Tig Welding Techniques - Aluminum Tig Welding
Topic: Mild steel roll cage etch test
Replies: 10
Views: 2830

Re: Mild steel roll cage etch test

There is nothing wrong with that! If you step up to 3/32 rod you could probably do it in 1 pass, save a bunch of time and your HAZ will be much better. Your fillet is not oversized for the material, but a little less won't hurt, any more would be useless or counter productive. I'm assuming this is ...
by Dcstang67
Sat Jan 28, 2017 7:31 pm
Forum: Tig Welding - Tig Welding Aluminum - Tig Welding Techniques - Aluminum Tig Welding
Topic: Mild steel roll cage etch test
Replies: 10
Views: 2830

Mild steel roll cage etch test

I'm new to this roll cage stuff and I want to make sure I'm getting enough penetration for it to be safe. This is a 2 passes with 1/16" er70-2 at 130 max amps but I wasn't full pedal. Mostly between 3/4 and 7/8 pedal. What do you guys think? https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170128/e4c5256844b...
by Dcstang67
Thu Jan 12, 2017 9:54 am
Forum: Tig Welding - Tig Welding Aluminum - Tig Welding Techniques - Aluminum Tig Welding
Topic: Getting it too hot???
Replies: 10
Views: 2003

Re: Getting it too hot???

First off. The torch that comes with that welder is only good for 150 amps and is only good for short bursts over that. By walking the cup at that amperage you were severely overheating the torch head

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by Dcstang67
Sat Nov 12, 2016 6:44 pm
Forum: Tig Welding - Tig Welding Aluminum - Tig Welding Techniques - Aluminum Tig Welding
Topic: Filler rod suggestions needed. Mild steel to 4130
Replies: 11
Views: 997

Re: Filler rod suggestions needed. Mild steel to 4130

It is a 67 coupe. I went to make some shakedown passes with a whole new suspension, engine and drivetrain setup and was only able to make 2 passes before they kicked me out. It ran 11.4 @128mph. I didnt even get a chance to launch it hard.

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by Dcstang67
Sat Nov 12, 2016 3:23 pm
Forum: Tig Welding - Tig Welding Aluminum - Tig Welding Techniques - Aluminum Tig Welding
Topic: Filler rod suggestions needed. Mild steel to 4130
Replies: 11
Views: 997

Re: Filler rod suggestions needed. Mild steel to 4130

This car will not see any kind of competition. It is only going to be run on test and tune days and street nights maybe 2 or 3 times a year. I already spoke with my tech official and he said these kind of connectors will be acceptable for this reason because they are very strong. Sent from my SAMSUN...
by Dcstang67
Sat Nov 12, 2016 7:35 am
Forum: Tig Welding - Tig Welding Aluminum - Tig Welding Techniques - Aluminum Tig Welding
Topic: Filler rod suggestions needed. Mild steel to 4130
Replies: 11
Views: 997

Re: Filler rod suggestions needed. Mild steel to 4130

Yes. Definitely going to get a preheat Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G900A using Tapatalk What/where are those parts going on? I know you said roll-cage, but which component/location? Typically door bars to ease ingress/egress. Sent from my VS995 using Tapatalk Removeable door bar and a removeable main h...
by Dcstang67
Fri Nov 11, 2016 6:36 pm
Forum: Tig Welding - Tig Welding Aluminum - Tig Welding Techniques - Aluminum Tig Welding
Topic: Filler rod suggestions needed. Mild steel to 4130
Replies: 11
Views: 997

Re: Filler rod suggestions needed. Mild steel to 4130

Yes. Definitely going to get a preheat

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by Dcstang67
Fri Nov 11, 2016 12:39 pm
Forum: Tig Welding - Tig Welding Aluminum - Tig Welding Techniques - Aluminum Tig Welding
Topic: Filler rod suggestions needed. Mild steel to 4130
Replies: 11
Views: 997

Filler rod suggestions needed. Mild steel to 4130

I am in the process of welding up a roll cage in my car and have these connectors that are made out of solid 4130 that need to be welded to my mild steel .120 wall dom tubing. Which filler rod would be best for this application? http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20161111/a6b39cb5c1e46886313ae59b6f0d96...
by Dcstang67
Fri Nov 11, 2016 9:20 am
Forum: Tig Welding - Tig Welding Aluminum - Tig Welding Techniques - Aluminum Tig Welding
Topic: Lincoln SW 200 Purchase Questions
Replies: 22
Views: 2489

Re: Lincoln SW 200 Purchase Questions

The post flow does seem to be a major gripe with this machine. It is interesting to note that pretty much the same post flow arrangement is used in the Miller Diversion series: "Postflow is preset for one second for every ten amps of output, with a minimum of eight seconds for DC or AC." ...
by Dcstang67
Thu Nov 10, 2016 9:01 am
Forum: Tig Welding - Tig Welding Aluminum - Tig Welding Techniques - Aluminum Tig Welding
Topic: Lincoln SW 200 Purchase Questions
Replies: 22
Views: 2489

Re: Lincoln SW 200 Purchase Questions

I am very happy with mine. The only thing i dont like about it is how much gas it wastes on the postflow with no ability to adjust.

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by Dcstang67
Wed Jun 01, 2016 11:55 am
Forum: Tig Welding - Tig Welding Aluminum - Tig Welding Techniques - Aluminum Tig Welding
Topic: Made this oil catch can over the weekend
Replies: 12
Views: 1629

Re: Made this oil catch can over the weekend

Those are both old videos. Its a whole new animal since then. Complete new drivetrain and suspension

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by Dcstang67
Wed Jun 01, 2016 11:49 am
Forum: Tig Welding - Tig Welding Aluminum - Tig Welding Techniques - Aluminum Tig Welding
Topic: Made this oil catch can over the weekend
Replies: 12
Views: 1629

Re: Made this oil catch can over the weekend

I wish I could see any of the pictures... I'm going to have to look at building a catch can myself. I've been using an old Mobil 1 quart bottle with a hose dropped in it to catch venting oil from my TDI burping past the EGR valve actuator... It could use a little refinement! If you are on instagram...
by Dcstang67
Wed Jun 01, 2016 11:48 am
Forum: Tig Welding - Tig Welding Aluminum - Tig Welding Techniques - Aluminum Tig Welding
Topic: Made this oil catch can over the weekend
Replies: 12
Views: 1629

Re: Made this oil catch can over the weekend

DLewis0289 wrote:NICE!!!!!! Now the pics where you can't see it, hidden by a cloud of white smoke, audio mandatory :lol:
Lol. I actually dont have any of those.

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by Dcstang67
Wed Jun 01, 2016 10:26 am
Forum: Tig Welding - Tig Welding Aluminum - Tig Welding Techniques - Aluminum Tig Welding
Topic: Made this oil catch can over the weekend
Replies: 12
Views: 1629

Re: Made this oil catch can over the weekend

Here is the entire engine bay. Image

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by Dcstang67
Wed Jun 01, 2016 10:24 am
Forum: Tig Welding - Tig Welding Aluminum - Tig Welding Techniques - Aluminum Tig Welding
Topic: Made this oil catch can over the weekend
Replies: 12
Views: 1629

Made this oil catch can over the weekend

I needed a catch can that flowed with the rest of the parts in the engine bay on my 67 Mustang, so i decided to make one. I used .080" 5052 h32 sheet for the body. I made the filter bung on the top out of some 6061 2" diameter round stock that i turned on my old 1919 South Bend 13" la...
by Dcstang67
Mon Apr 11, 2016 2:44 pm
Forum: Tig Welding - Tig Welding Aluminum - Tig Welding Techniques - Aluminum Tig Welding
Topic: lincoln tig 200
Replies: 11
Views: 1445

Re: lincoln tig 200

Sounds like it may be in DC mode instead of AC

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by Dcstang67
Wed Apr 06, 2016 9:02 am
Forum: Product Reviews
Topic: Lincoln Square Wave 200 tig welder review
Replies: 9
Views: 5772

Re: Lincoln Square Wave 200 tig welder review

I welcome any other input in this thread. It helps out everyone. Thanks

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by Dcstang67
Mon Apr 04, 2016 5:06 am
Forum: Product Reviews
Topic: Lincoln Square Wave 200 tig welder review
Replies: 9
Views: 5772

Re: Lincoln Square Wave 200 tig welder review

The fan is mounted facing straight out the back. This is the only other picture i have. Image

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by Dcstang67
Sun Apr 03, 2016 8:13 pm
Forum: Product Reviews
Topic: Lincoln Square Wave 200 tig welder review
Replies: 9
Views: 5772

Lincoln Square Wave 200 tig welder review

I picked this up a couple weeks ago to replace my old Miller Diversion 165. I was looking for an easy, affordable machine that has a better duty cycle, a little more power, and a little more adjustability. I also wanted something that i could buy and have serviced locally, so the other cheaper onlin...
by Dcstang67
Sun Apr 03, 2016 5:33 pm
Forum: Tig Welding - Tig Welding Aluminum - Tig Welding Techniques - Aluminum Tig Welding
Topic: Help me with my Aluminum issue
Replies: 34
Views: 3058

Re: Help me with my Aluminum issue

She's welding pretty now!

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