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Old 08-06-2010, 07:48 AM
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G'Day Zedn. Nice to hear you didn't get hurt. Remember to open all gas valves SLOWLY. I've seen oxy regulators go into orbit when the valve was opened fast, like turning on a water tap. Any way you do it.. do it carefully. Now...what price are you paying for the argon ? I just bought a 'G' size bottle for $250 bucks. man thats a lot of bucks for a gas that flows pretty freely. Plus the bottle rent... I'm not impressed with BOC they have a monopoly and charge what they like. I spoke with a professional 'specialist' welder and he used to get the same sized bottle for $80 bucks, due to high use and trade discount. I'd love to play and practice with the tig but these prices put a stop to that. I've just got to attack the job and hope I do it right. so far so good.
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