From: Buzz (muttman@charter.net)
Date: Tue Nov 29 2005 - 10:23:46 PST
Hi Mike,
I like to leave about 1/2" of metal to weld to. If you're new to MIG welding
here's a few tips. First and foremost... CLEAN, CLEAN, CLEAN. both metals
using a grinder or wire brush. Next would be a GOOD ground, as close to the
weld as possible. If you have more than a few inches to weld tack weld it every
few inches first, then go back and randomly fill in the gaps. This will keep
the metals from warping on a long weld.
If you're interested here's some restoration photos on my web pages at:
http://webs.lanset.com/buzz/muttrest1.html
Buzz
On Tue, 29 Nov 2005 12:09:52 -0500, you wrote:
>
>Hello Esteemed List Members. I now have in my possession the shiny new Jeep
>Panels Plus 2 new replacement front floor pans, 2 front seat mount supports
>and battery box floor to install in my 1972 M151A2. I have the Mig welder,
>limited use of it skills, the desire to do a workmanlike job, and the desire
>to finish this project in this lifetime (preferably this Winter).
>
>How much do I cut out of the rusted floor areas, and then do I clean the
>remaining old metal and set my new pans on top of it and weld them in from
>inside the jeep and underneath the jeep also? I do have a nice jeep body
>rotisserie to flip it every which a way. What is the best tool or tools to
>use to cut out the old floor areas? Any web links that will guide me
>through this process? Thanks in advance for all help!
>
>Regards,
>
>Mike Nichols, Atlanta GA 30306
>Member Ga. MVPA
>
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