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Power Welder Beginner

Discussion in 'Builds and Fabricators Forum' started by Jeeper Creeper, Nov 11, 2005.

  1. Nov 11, 2005
    Jeeper Creeper

    Jeeper Creeper Member

    Markleeville CA
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    I have one of those "Premier Power Welders" under the hood of my CJ. I'm trying to learn welding again, well I took a welding class back in high school, that was many years ago. I understand the basic's but my welds seem to break over a period of time. I thought maybe I'm using the wrong welding rod. Anyone else use these type of welder's for their rigs ? And what rod should I use ?
    thanks,
    Dave
     
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  2. Nov 11, 2005
    blevisay

    blevisay Oh Noooooooooooooooo! Staff Member

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    What type of rod......material.......posisition......
     
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  3. Nov 11, 2005
    Jeeper Creeper

    Jeeper Creeper Member

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    I have been using 6013 General Purpose rods.
    Trying to fix a crack in the frame.
    Not sure what ya mean here.

    thanks for the reply,
    Dave
     
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  4. Nov 12, 2005
    blevisay

    blevisay Oh Noooooooooooooooo! Staff Member

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    Try using a 6010 or 6011 they are more forgiving on rust paint ect.
    While the 6013 is a great electrode it produces great looking beads while medium penetration.


    all 3 will work with reverse polarity but keep in mind you are DC welding.

    Reverse polarity will give more penetration...not sure if your welder can do it but its worh a mention.


    HTH
     
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  5. Nov 12, 2005
    green71jeep

    green71jeep work in progress

    Riegelsville Pa
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    Just to chime in here dont ever reverse polarity weld on your own vehical you will blow up you batteries or worse .
    I should have added with an alternator type welder like Premier Zena Powermasters ect 110 220 AC machine is fine.
     
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    sparky

    sparky Sandgroper Staff Member Founder

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    I always disconnect the battery while welding on a vehicle. :shock:
     
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  7. Nov 13, 2005
    ljspop

    ljspop Lurking Bronco Dude

    San Diego, CA
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    Yeah but he's using his on board welder...
     
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