[Lay'nFrame]

I am going to be welding some C-Notches on my
S-10 frame real soon. My question is- I have a small Lincoln mig welder that says it will do 1/4 inch metal with flux cored wire. I am wondering if I would be ok welding the 3/16 notches to my 3/16 frame with this welder, or would I be better off using a stick welder?

 

[golfusmm]

i am a osha certified welder and i t wil be ok to use that welder

 

[TurboS10]

Should be fine, but if the welder has a gas option, I would suggest using solid core and sheilding gas. If not go for it. It will be better than stick.

Chris

 

[Centerline]

You should be fine. The main difference in flux core wire is that it spatters a lot more and you need to grind the welds for them to look really nice. Just make sure you have it on the highest setting so you get good penetration.

Centerline
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[TurboS10]

Originally posted by Centerline:
<strong>You should be fine. The main difference in flux core wire is that it spatters a lot more and you need to grind the welds for them to look really nice. Just make sure you have it on the highest setting so you get good penetration.

Centerline
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I would add to that highest setting without burn out or excess splatter. When I did my S-10 frame I set my 175 Hobart to 2. That is 75%. It is also rated to weld 1/4 inch single pass. I have found it will do it on the 3 setting. 4 is just too hot.

You will just have to practice on a piece the same thickness to see how the machine handles it. They are all a bit different. Wire size also affects how the act. I was using .035.

Chris

 

[Lay'nFrame]

Alright guys thanks alot for your help. Just thought I would make sure before I go and weld