Re: My Journey: 1973 Dodge Power Wagon
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04/18/09 09:43 PM
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Week - April 13 - 18, 2009 I finally found a welder that fits my budget and that will do what I need. I purchased a Hobart 125 ![](/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/thumbs.gif) from Northern Tool. Right now, I'll use flux core, but I'll eventually get the kit to convert to a MIG - probably when get to the outer sheet metal on the body. In the meanwhile, I continued the arduous task of clearing the cab from all paint, seam sealer, and loose rust. ![](/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/tongue.gif)
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Re: My Journey: 1973 Dodge Power Wagon
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04/25/09 10:11 PM
04/25/09 10:11 PM
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April 25th, 2009. I received the welder on Friday, the 24th of April. I test welded a few scraps of metal, enough to know I am going to have to practice before I tackle the floor pans! So, I decided to build a welding cart (what else!?). Here is what I spent today doing: ![](/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/whistling.gif)
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Re: My Journey: 1973 Dodge Power Wagon
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04/25/09 11:58 PM
04/25/09 11:58 PM
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Not sure what the issues you are finding are, but I can tell you that when it comes to doing the floorpans, you won't be welding a continuous bead. Body metal is pretty thin, and the constant heat buildup will start to cause blowouts. Practice getting a good puddle in short (~1 second) bursts. Go slow, and keep it cool. There are some very talented metalworkers here that can give way better info than I but I will be happy to share what I can...
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Re: My Journey: 1973 Dodge Power Wagon
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04/26/09 01:19 AM
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Yeah, you're exactly right. When welding the 1" tube to the 18ga. sheet metal on my cart, I could easily burn through if I wasn't careful. Another issue is the use of .030" Flux core. I know it's hated by many, but is a necessary evil in my case until I can procure the MIG kit in order to use .023" wire and gas. Besides, after I'm done, no one will see the floor pans anyway. ![](/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh2.gif) Thanks for the tip on the short bursting. I should have some time next week to try it out when I begin installing the pans. If anyone else would like to share their own tips, I would (absolutely!) love to hear them as well! By others shared experiences we learn and grow! Mark
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