Forum: Welding Sheet Metal
04-26-2017, 05:12 PM
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welding video
This is one of the better videos on welding in which there is a very good view of the weld puddle.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kFYmBV6l_f8
Also, doing a edge like this (gravity and...
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Forum: Automotive Projects
04-09-2017, 01:54 PM
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Forum: Automotive Projects
02-05-2017, 07:40 AM
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There are many seal profiles available, some...
There are many seal profiles available, some "factory" others universal. Most that mount the glass flush have a locking strip (self locking or separate). See links below for styles and dimensions.
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Forum: Automotive Projects
01-14-2017, 07:44 AM
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Forum: Automotive Projects
10-31-2016, 04:28 PM
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Forum: Basic questions and answers
10-02-2016, 08:18 AM
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Forum: Introductions
04-23-2016, 09:07 AM
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Forum: Automotive Projects
04-17-2016, 05:48 PM
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Forum: General Discussion
02-28-2016, 07:11 PM
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Pat, yes, using a steel rule is a good way to...
Pat, yes, using a steel rule is a good way to check the shape. You are doing well on your project! I would recommend that you do not put the patch with sharp corners. The more rounded they are the...
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Forum: Basic questions and answers
02-06-2016, 05:16 PM
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Replies: 7
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The key to a good hammerweld is to start with a...
The key to a good hammerweld is to start with a good /great weld !, keep the gap tight, (see the nice fit in Kents post above), use no filler rod if possible ( if filler is needed, use the smallest...
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Forum: Basic questions and answers
02-06-2016, 08:19 AM
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Forum: General Discussion
01-07-2016, 07:25 PM
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Forum: General Discussion
01-07-2016, 06:42 PM
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Forum: Basic questions and answers
12-30-2015, 02:52 PM
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Forum: Basic questions and answers
12-20-2015, 12:46 PM
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Forum: Basic questions and answers
12-20-2015, 07:10 AM
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Views: 7,324
Pat, the first book I recommend to have (and...
Pat, the first book I recommend to have (and understand) is "The Keys to Metal Bumping" , it explains the repair work, steps, metal finishing, etc. for the work you are doing. It was published in...
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Forum: Automotive Projects
12-17-2015, 06:13 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 7,610
Somtimes it helps to drill out some spot welds,...
Somtimes it helps to drill out some spot welds, make two cuts and remove a section of the inside panel, then after pulling/straightening the opening, fit the inner part and weld it in. Also check the...
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Forum: Basic questions and answers
11-25-2015, 09:35 AM
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Forum: Basic questions and answers
11-19-2015, 07:00 AM
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Replies: 19
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Hi Andy, it sounds like you are fighting 2...
Hi Andy, it sounds like you are fighting 2 problems, the design and the metal. What I have done in situations as this is to do a foam/plastic/clay part first (especially when someone else has to...
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Forum: Basic questions and answers
11-18-2015, 07:58 AM
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Replies: 19
Views: 9,784
....not necessarily....sometimes if you are...
....not necessarily....sometimes if you are lacking all the equipment and skills, (usually more the lack of "skill"! )(me!:lol: ) it may be the way to go.
That said, you should :
A:...
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Forum: Automotive Projects
11-16-2015, 07:07 AM
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Forum: General Discussion
10-28-2015, 06:41 AM
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Forum: Heads Up Announcements
09-24-2015, 03:42 PM
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