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by soutthpaw
Wed May 30, 2018 2:00 pm
Forum: Welding Forum General Shop Talk
Topic: The most difficult material to weld
Replies: 8
Views: 1465

Re: The most difficult material to weld

Any idea if Unobtainum can be welded? Of course you have to go to Pandora to get it.
What about Adamantium? Here is some more details... https://scifi.stackexchange.com/questio ... -vibranium
by soutthpaw
Wed May 30, 2018 1:58 pm
Forum: Tig Welding - Tig Welding Aluminum - Tig Welding Techniques - Aluminum Tig Welding
Topic: Beginner Q: one welder to do it all?
Replies: 38
Views: 4387

Re: Beginner Q: one welder to do it all?

It really comes down to time. TIG is generally a much slower process and requires a lot more practice IMHO.
by soutthpaw
Mon Mar 19, 2018 7:54 pm
Forum: Mig and Flux Core - gas metal arc welding & flux cored arc welding
Topic: Advice on Lincoln HD welder
Replies: 9
Views: 919

Re: Advice on Lincoln HD welder

Basically useless. Flux core welding sucks for sheet metal and with 80 amps, all you can weld with it is sheet metal. Reason there are so many used for so cheap. People buy then and quickly realize they need a bigger and better welder. But there is a sucker born every minute.
by soutthpaw
Thu Mar 08, 2018 12:49 am
Forum: Product Reviews
Topic: Everlast 250ex vs 255ext
Replies: 5
Views: 3532

Re: Everlast 250ex vs 255ext

I've used both, much prefer the 250dx, I like analog and also seems to be a bit more reliable. I can see all the settings with just a quick glance at the panel.
by soutthpaw
Thu May 04, 2017 8:14 pm
Forum: Product Reviews
Topic: New AHP 3 in 1 250 amp TIG MIG Stick machine
Replies: 0
Views: 1843

New AHP 3 in 1 250 amp TIG MIG Stick machine

Don't have a whole bunch of info yet, but some sneak peek pics of the new machine that is replacing the prior version. This one also didn't require freight shipping. Will have DC pulse on TIG, HF start, unsure the pps range. Includes all torches and a pedal, spool gun will be available also. Price i...
by soutthpaw
Sat Apr 01, 2017 7:42 pm
Forum: Tig Welding - Tig Welding Aluminum - Tig Welding Techniques - Aluminum Tig Welding
Topic: CK Torches
Replies: 14
Views: 1190

Re: CK Torches

Richard, I was signed up (via member southpaw) to "Beta-test" that i-torch flex-loc clone, but I never received it. Damn shame, as I'd have given it a real workout. Steve S I gave all the info for them to send out demos. Just checked, 1-2 more months. Some improved machining and cable cha...
by soutthpaw
Fri Mar 31, 2017 11:29 pm
Forum: Video Discussion
Topic: YouTube Guru ? to block Chucke2009
Replies: 17
Views: 7171

Re: YouTube Guru ? to block Chucke2009

He is from Ohio, not a Texan...

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by soutthpaw
Fri Mar 31, 2017 11:24 pm
Forum: Product Reviews
Topic: Everlast Power tig 250EX or 210EXT
Replies: 11
Views: 6536

Re: Everlast Power tig 250EX or 210EXT

I have ran both of them. Much prefer the 250ex with the extra 50 amps and knobs which I can glance at and see all my settings instantly.

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by soutthpaw
Fri Mar 31, 2017 11:21 pm
Forum: Tig Welding - Tig Welding Aluminum - Tig Welding Techniques - Aluminum Tig Welding
Topic: TIG Gas Flow Tester
Replies: 7
Views: 1230

Re: TIG Gas Flow Tester

I have the netwelding one and it's very accurate. You will notice the graduations get closer together as you move up the scale. The cheap ones are evenly spaced all the way up, the really cheap ones are in LPM not CFH

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by soutthpaw
Fri Mar 31, 2017 11:13 pm
Forum: Metal Cutting
Topic: Metal Cutting Disc for Grinder
Replies: 11
Views: 2363

Re: Metal Cutting Disc for Grinder

I have one on my Makita LXT cordless grinder. Slower than abrasive disk, but no changing of disc needed. Worked good on aluminum tubing and angle. I don't think i would run one on my corded grinder though. They do vibrate more then cut off wheels.

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by soutthpaw
Fri Mar 31, 2017 10:45 pm
Forum: Tig Welding - Tig Welding Aluminum - Tig Welding Techniques - Aluminum Tig Welding
Topic: CK Torches
Replies: 14
Views: 1190

Re: CK Torches

Richard, I was signed up (via member southpaw) to "Beta-test" that i-torch flex-loc clone, but I never received it. Damn shame, as I'd have given it a real workout. Steve S I gave all the info for them to send out demos. Just checked, 1-2 more months. Some improved machining and cable cha...
by soutthpaw
Fri Mar 31, 2017 10:39 pm
Forum: Welding Forum General Shop Talk
Topic: shop math shortcuts
Replies: 9
Views: 1109

Re: shop math shortcuts

Looks correct to me....The worst thing is that she wrote the entire thing backwards so we could read it through the clear board. I can't even do my times tables. (pretty though) nope, she flipped the video before uploading it. She is right handed. But a really good teacher. I watched a bunch of her...
by soutthpaw
Wed Dec 28, 2016 5:52 pm
Forum: Mig and Flux Core - gas metal arc welding & flux cored arc welding
Topic: Wire feeder on ac/dc tig for ac mig?
Replies: 7
Views: 601

Re: Wire feeder on ac/dc tig for ac mig?

I believe it's still constant voltage AC. Not constant current AC as used with TIG, which is not going to work well with any MIG process. Voltage sensing feeders are no where as near as good on thin metal as CV power sourced feeders

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by soutthpaw
Wed Dec 28, 2016 12:36 pm
Forum: Mig and Flux Core - gas metal arc welding & flux cored arc welding
Topic: Gun "Kick Back"
Replies: 19
Views: 2749

Re: Gun "Kick Back"

Slow run in is a feature that was designed to address that issue. It takes an extra fraction of a second to get the metal and filler up to working temps. So you sometimes stub the wire on initial start. Lower current the more pronounced the effect is Composed with Swype on mobile. not responsible fo...
by soutthpaw
Wed Dec 28, 2016 12:34 pm
Forum: Mig and Flux Core - gas metal arc welding & flux cored arc welding
Topic: I bought a new toy!
Replies: 8
Views: 1002

Re: I bought a new toy!

I assume it's arrived by now? I'm considering the same machine, primarily due to its pulse mig functionality for doing aluminium. Had looked at ESAB caddy 200i for portability or Lincoln 200C but unsure whether they'll cut it for ali grunt of about 3 or 4mm Let me know your opinions about it Alumin...
by soutthpaw
Wed Dec 28, 2016 12:26 pm
Forum: Tig Welding - Tig Welding Aluminum - Tig Welding Techniques - Aluminum Tig Welding
Topic: New equipment ESAB question help.
Replies: 7
Views: 1003

Re: New equipment ESAB question help.

Here is the machine, http://www.esabna.com/us/en/products/index.cfm?fuseaction=home.product&productCode=V430013 I would say it will sell for $250 to $500 on the used market. ESAB has very poor resale value compared to Lincoln and Miller. I'd pay $250 for it. Composed with Swype on mobile. not re...
by soutthpaw
Wed Dec 28, 2016 12:22 pm
Forum: Tig Welding - Tig Welding Aluminum - Tig Welding Techniques - Aluminum Tig Welding
Topic: New equipment ESAB question help.
Replies: 7
Views: 1003

Re: New equipment ESAB question help.

What did your spouse pay for it? That is your value. If your "friend" screwed you're spouse on the price, I'd have a talk with that "friend"...

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by soutthpaw
Fri Dec 23, 2016 8:31 pm
Forum: Product Reviews
Topic: Nexgen VS. Truesight II
Replies: 3
Views: 1617

Re: Nexgen VS. Truesight II

X2. I love my Truesight 2, my original Truesight I keep for when I'm taking someone else. I sometimes prefer the amber color for MIG welding though.

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by soutthpaw
Fri Dec 16, 2016 8:16 am
Forum: Tig Welding - Tig Welding Aluminum - Tig Welding Techniques - Aluminum Tig Welding
Topic: GAS LENS :Not sure what i'm doing wrong?
Replies: 20
Views: 1852

Re: GAS LENS :Not sure what i'm doing wrong?

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by soutthpaw
Fri Dec 16, 2016 12:29 am
Forum: Welding Forum General Shop Talk
Topic: What hood offers the best optics?
Replies: 16
Views: 1994

Re: What hood offers the best optics?

I just bit the bullet and bought a new Jackson True Sight II wh70. I should get it next week! Look forward to a review. Esp if you have normal color vision. I swear by this hood if the welder is red/green colorblind. You will probably run 1 or 2 shades darker than thou normally do. Composed with Sw...
by soutthpaw
Sun Dec 11, 2016 5:00 pm
Forum: Tig Welding - Tig Welding Aluminum - Tig Welding Techniques - Aluminum Tig Welding
Topic: What TIG welder is good for a beginner
Replies: 27
Views: 2560

Re: What TIG welder is good for a beginner

So honestly, after a year, how many of those advanced features of the Dynasty do you use? Composed with Swype on mobile. not responsible for typos. All of them. But to be fair, I'm a nerd. I started cranking settings one way of the other as soon as I was able to do basic beads. Now, how much benefi...
by soutthpaw
Sun Dec 11, 2016 4:57 pm
Forum: Product Reviews
Topic: Who has the best optics for an automatic lens?
Replies: 4
Views: 1473

Re: Who has the best optics for an automatic lens?

For affordability, seen a lot of good feedback on the arc one 240 that usaweld sells

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by soutthpaw
Sat Dec 10, 2016 10:57 pm
Forum: Product Reviews
Topic: Who has the best optics for an automatic lens?
Replies: 4
Views: 1473

Re: Who has the best optics for an automatic lens?

I love my Truesight II. Excellent clarity a shade is consistent no matter what angle you are looking through it.

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by soutthpaw
Sat Dec 10, 2016 10:55 pm
Forum: Product Reviews
Topic: What is the best welding hood for most applications?
Replies: 2
Views: 905

Re: What is the best welding hood for most applications?

I have Jackson Truesight II. Love it, mainly due to being colorblind, the blue lens really helps me see the puddle better, the large lens is nice for grinding.

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