Welders -- FYI

General tips/tricks/tools that could be utilized on any platform.
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MNAirHead
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Welders -- FYI

Post by MNAirHead »

Over the years, I've gotten tons of email on Welders....

Here's some notes (would appreciate smart people adding on)....

Welders
--Only get the version with the gas option
--check how much power supply you have (if you're thinking of 220)
--buy a model that has replaceable parts -- built on standard guns, feeders etc
--check into used welders -- they're repairable.

Don't Forget
--Grinders (Angle, die & wire brushes)
--Safety Equipment
--Gas Tank Budget.

Hopefully we can link people to this thread when it pops up again in 2 days.

T.
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Max Welton
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Post by Max Welton »

... and here's a handy cart for that welder. I got this years ago at Home Depot (I think). There's room for the tank (not shown in this picture) down below.

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Lavabo
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Post by Lavabo »

here is my welder!

ive found the cart in Harware store in Embrun,Ontario, Canada, it was in Alfa Laval promotion (agricultural hardware product for farmer).

Before gas i was on Flux, but GAS tank improved much much more welding... i talk from experience and im an amateur welder.
very useful cart and there a small chain to keep the gas bottle... i can take more picture of the cart if you want to build one, email me.

here is the picture, second try, another provider



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