preferred welding method for long arm kit
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preferred welding method for long arm kit
I would like to get some input on welding uphill or downhill for control arm brackets. I used to be good at most welding processes but if you dont do it for years on end, you tend to forget. Anyways I am currently putting on a RK x-factor long arm and need to weld in the control arm mounts. One issue is that the RK stuff is all 1/4'' and the frame is thinner but my biggest question/ concern is: uphill or downhill for the weld? I know most people say uphill for structural things but I really wont have much of a visual on the weld puddle from underneath the vehicle. How do most shops weld these on? I was thinking about putting a slight bevel on the RK brackets so my penetration is better if I were to go downhill.
I would call RK and ask but they arent open now and I'm looking to weld tomorrow and doing some searching hasnt uncovered a good answer. FYI I am using a Miller 250 with .035 wire and 75/25 mix. still trying to dial in the machine setting by testing what works.
Thanks!
I would call RK and ask but they arent open now and I'm looking to weld tomorrow and doing some searching hasnt uncovered a good answer. FYI I am using a Miller 250 with .035 wire and 75/25 mix. still trying to dial in the machine setting by testing what works.
Thanks!
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Hi. I also need to weld my car. I want to do it myself, my car is not too new, so I want to learn from it, but I don't even have welding. Who will advise what, or is it better to turn to specialists, let them do everything.
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Yes, send it to someone that knows what they are doing. Welding takes time and practice and understanding of the heat settings. A good helmet so you can see what you are welding and muscle memory from practice is needed to get good results.
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