[ausev] Any open garages this weekend? No, but NEXT WEEKEND (4/1)

[Mike Delany]

If you are going to buy a wire welder get a Millermatic 175, or a least a 
Hobart.  The Miller has a much stronger wire feed mechanism than the 
Lincoln, plus it automatically adjusts your wire feed as you adjust your 
amperage.  Try to avoid using flux core wire, break down and buy a bottle 
of 75/25 because the cleanup on the weld is a lot easier and you can get 
paint to stick to it later.  And finally, get a 220 volt machine instead 
of a 110 even if it means you have to make an adapter to use a dryer plug, 
they really weld that much better.  I would bring mine for a demo on the 
1st but I have already been committed to other things that weekend.

Mike

Certified heathen and reformed pacifist

http://www.p1800s.com

On Fri, 23 Mar 2007 rah at h-consulting.com wrote:

> Erik,
>
> I'm planning one on 4/1 from 1 to 5 PM to work on the RAVolt.  The
> objective will be to mount the back end of the motor and start building
> the mounting for the battery boxes.  I’m planning to get some metal
> supports and a welder before we start.  I’d also like to cut out the
> floor in RAVolt’s cargo area.
>
> I could use some help figuring out the metal that I'll need for the job.
>
> Also, I don't know how to weld and need a tutorial.  In fact, I don't
> even have the equipment yet and need recommendations on loans/rental.
>
> Rob
>
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