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08-11-2020, 02:40 PM | #1 |
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Welding - Next level of DIY
Picked up this Mig welder, new in a box from my neighbour. He threw in an auto-dimming helmet and an extra roll of 0.03" flux core wire. $150.00 CAD for the lot! I've been watching youtube vids and will start practicing soon.
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02-21-2021, 08:00 AM | #2 |
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This is a very useful overview. Thank you very much! At the moment, I am just learning and gaining experience in order to become a welder in a more professional direction in the future. It would be useful for every man, I think. I noticed that your post was almost unnoticed, which is very wrong, because it is really useful. I am currently studying at the courses https://weldingnearyou.com/salary/ and I'm just learning about my prospects. Are you already a professional employee? What are your results now? I will be happy if you answer me!
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02-21-2021, 09:18 AM | #3 |
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Why, thank you.
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02-22-2021, 08:12 AM | #4 |
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Nice! I have so many ideas that require me to know how to weld. It's on the list, haha!
Can't wait to see what you do with it.
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02-23-2021, 12:00 AM | #5 |
Obsessed with 1.5L
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I started welding about 23 years ago. It changes how one perceives any situation
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02-23-2021, 03:54 AM | #6 |
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My younger brother has his welding ticket, been trying to get him to teach me the basics. So many doors open up when you know how to weld.
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02-23-2021, 05:23 PM | #7 |
3 Yaris and counting..
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It opens the window of customization and repair. I couldn't have done the 4" lift kit without one. Good luck to you sir!
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02-25-2021, 11:11 PM | #8 |
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It will evenly pay for itself. Have fun and stay safe. PPE is always a good thing.
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02-26-2021, 04:42 AM | #9 |
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Do it man! Haha. I'm no pro, but the welder has already paid for itself. It's great fun. I'm not so great at making nice beads, but I spot weld and kind of join the dots. I'm made many strong welds. I did all the Red Yaris rebuilding of the rocker panel section and welded the cut out piece of skin back on.
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02-26-2021, 04:44 AM | #10 |
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I agree. It has really expanded the number of job types that I can do now. Most of my welding would be considered crude, but structurally sound. My die grinder and large grinder are my friends, haha.
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02-26-2021, 04:45 AM | #11 |
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So true! I feel confident taking on repairs that I would have had to have done by a shop. Now I can do it right in my garage or on the driveway.
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02-26-2021, 04:47 AM | #12 |
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Ain't that the truth! Feels great to be able to do stuff -even simple stuff. Your lift build is awesome. I followed the process. Impressive!
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02-26-2021, 04:50 AM | #13 |
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Haha, it's already paid for itself. I did have one issue with the wire feed. It was bunching up inside, but I got it sorted out. Agreed about the PPE. I have a nice auto-dimming helmet, heavy gloves and coveralls. I try to do all my welding outside and hole my breath lol.
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02-26-2021, 04:56 AM | #14 | |
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Quote:
https://www.yarisworld.com/forums/sh...ad.php?t=62787
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03-01-2021, 08:22 AM | #15 |
3 Yaris and counting..
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Im actually considering some seriously custom work on that car. Jeep axles, transfer case, chevy ls engine, and a custom frame to hold it all in place. Will give my welder a good workout lol. But I gotta finish my 1987 Cutlass Supreme build first... which also required much welding. Once you have a welder, you want to build everything!
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