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Old 06-20-2011, 04:38 PM
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Originally Posted by Rick Parker View Post
Gas weld looks too cold, probably butt welded. He needed to not have the pieces flush when he welded, the bottom piece should have been held back half the thickness. That way it's more like a fillet weld, lots stronger. Harmonics play a big part.
Yes, the weld did look a bit cold to me too. I agree joint fitment is critical to a good weld. Harmonics and vibration are really difficult to control, however.

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