Tig welding help
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tractorman
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From: San Antonio, Texas
Tig welding help
I will be repairing fenders, etc. on my 52 F100 using a tig welder.
Which type of tig electrode and size is recommended and what filler rod?
The metal is about .040 in.
Thanks, Bill
Which type of tig electrode and size is recommended and what filler rod?
The metal is about .040 in.
Thanks, Bill
Lead Driver
Joined: Aug 2006
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From: Brentwood, TN
Lots of good videos for sale, rent, or free on the web that deal with TIG welding. If you need help at this level then you might want to check out some of these videos...there's a lot to know about TIG before you commit to sheetmetal repair. Good luck...
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From: Fallon,NV & Bainbridge OH
As a rule of thumb 3/32" tungsten is a good one for alot of welding, for the your fenders you would probably be better off using 1/16" electrode. A general rule of thumb is use filler rod close to electrode size.
Like Charlie said this a special skill and I guess by your question you have not done much of this welding. I highly suggest you practice alot prior to going after your sheetmetal. A real good soure of info is Jody at weldingtipsandtricks.com.
Good luck.
Like Charlie said this a special skill and I guess by your question you have not done much of this welding. I highly suggest you practice alot prior to going after your sheetmetal. A real good soure of info is Jody at weldingtipsandtricks.com.
Good luck.
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From: Byron Bay Australia
similiar thickness/diameter as the material your welding and your in the ballpark, and practice, practice, practice. I love my TIG and now wouldnt consider anything else but it did take some getting used to initially. John
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