hi i want to get into welding .i will be welding hydrolic rams to front loader of my tractor so the metal is thick and welds must be stong. i also have to attach big brackets to the loader bucket and repair holes and attach lifting eyes to it . i also may need to cut holes in thick metal 15 mm thick what type of equipment /tourch will do this. thank for any help.
2007-08-10 00:24:34 · 3 answers · asked by goldie 1 in Home & Garden ➔ Do It Yourself (DIY)
It has to be a good stick welder. I would rent a heavy duty gas powered Lincoln or Miller. You might be able to get away with a good mig welder. I am not an expert. I would call the rental shop and see what they have available and what they recommend. Or call a welding supply place. If you are going to buy a welder, you don't want to get one for just one specific job. Mig welders are easier to learn, but stick welderd provide more strength.
There is a lot to welding. I only know a little bit.
2007-08-10 02:37:27 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you are not going to be using this equipment all the time, rent it. Get a good 250 amp stick welder (Miller, Lincoln). You will probably want 1/8" 6010 rod. For cutting, an oxy/acetylene torch set-up works well. Make sure you clean all the areas you will be welding. You will do multiple passes for strength.
2007-08-10 04:35:38 · answer #2 · answered by sensible_man 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A good arc welder should do the welding. A drill with a good quality bit for the holes, apply some machine oil in the hole to help while drilling them.
2007-08-10 01:42:47 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋