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Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 01-05-2012, 01:15 AM
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Posted By barts
What matters here is weld penetration and cooling...

What matters here is weld penetration and cooling rates.... Airstream frames are amazingly thin; even a small 240V MIG welder will provide 100% penetration welds on these frames.

Yes, for...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 11-25-2010, 12:24 PM
Replies: 274
Views: 28,704
Posted By barts
The frame on an Airstream is quite thin, and is...

The frame on an Airstream is quite thin, and is also mild steel, as many of us have seen when repairing the slot for the steps in the outriggers. This is ideal material for MIG welding; there isn't...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 11-24-2010, 09:58 PM
Replies: 274
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Posted By barts
MIG welding (even out of position) is not...

MIG welding (even out of position) is not difficult to learn if you have an experienced teacher. I absolutely agree with the 220V and gas suggestions; flux core is no fun. Do get a auto-darkening...
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