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A place for general welding-related discussions that don't fit neatly in the categories below.
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Shielding Gases
Talk about Argon, C25, CO2, Tri-Mix and variations to shield the weld from contamination.
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Carbon steel is the most commonly welded metal of them all. Heavy, strong, inexpensive.
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If it needs to be light weight but strong, aluminum is good choice.
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The list is long, and welding parameters are unique for each type.
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From equipment repairs to custom-built grain feeders, welding holds your world together.
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Some of the best times in life are spent tinkering in the garage. What's happening in yours?
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Custom Metal Fabrication
Sometimes welding can be serious business.
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It only takes 10 acres to live the dream beyond the city lights.
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FFA Organization
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Buy, Sell or Trade
Ready to purchase that new welder? Your old equipment is someone else's treasure.
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There are 7 service centers near me and none have the tools to even fix a brand new welder...i have to drive all the way to nashville because these "service centers" are nothing but drop off locations with no tools to fix anything. I guess it makes your crummy brand look better? Blowing smoke...Yesterday, 07:01 PM
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I just picked up a Hobart Mega-Arc 300G/Ford motor and Hobart Mega-TIGPAK. No manuals or info on how to hook it up included, so I'm hoping someone can help me find PDF copies of the manuals, especially for the TIGPAK. I have a guess of how to use the Mega-Arc but I like to proceed with caution.
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Good evening, I bought a old beta mig 170. Welded great, but the last time I powered it up to use the wire speed was running like I had it maxed out along with the voltage turned all the way up! I turned both adjustments all the way down and it still is running awful and hot! Could this be a circuit...07-26-2022, 07:40 PM
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just got a tig welder, can i use my mig gas on mild steel or am i asking for trouble?01-07-2010, 05:37 PM
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I originally got into welding because I wanted to be able to repair stuff and make jigs and tools for woodworking but now, the more I get into welding, the more interested I become in metalwork.
Now I'm starting to get interested in blacksmithing, mainly for making woodworking tools –...09-18-2010, 09:15 AM -
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What is the correct shielding gas for MIG welding stainless steel?...06-25-2018, 02:49 AM -
Hello, new to weldtalk. I am needing a manual for my G-213 Spec # 4130E please.08-07-2020, 10:36 AM
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I just got a new welding rod oven for my school shop. I was wondering what temp I should set it for? I have 6011, 6013, and 7018 rods. Thanks!12-02-2020, 01:14 PM