Re- welding frame ??
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Racer
Joined: Aug 2003
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Re- welding frame ??
I am in the process of restoring a 75 vette.
Since I am gone have my complete frame treated and painted against rust would it be good to go over all the weld from the factory ?
I understand that the welds from that time weren't that good.
So what do you think ? I am an experienced welder so no problem there.
I would treat the frame first to remove all rust and that go over all the welds again and then powdercoat it.
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Since I am gone have my complete frame treated and painted against rust would it be good to go over all the weld from the factory ?
I understand that the welds from that time weren't that good.
So what do you think ? I am an experienced welder so no problem there.
I would treat the frame first to remove all rust and that go over all the welds again and then powdercoat it.
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Race Director
Joined: Nov 2000
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From: Waterloo ontario Canada
Re: Re- welding frame ?? (stingraymax)
I would reweld all seams using a mig welder and gas. The problem is oil comming out of the seams contaminating the weld.
Your stock frame is stitch welded.
Your stock frame is stitch welded.
Melting Slicks
Joined: Dec 2000
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From: Union Ontario
Re: Re- welding frame ?? (norvalwilhelm)
Do it. I just finished it this summer.
The welding done from the factory did the job but it was not well done, lots of undercutting, wrong placement of welds.
I can't be more pleased with the results and plus I have greatly improved my welding skills.
The welding done from the factory did the job but it was not well done, lots of undercutting, wrong placement of welds.
I can't be more pleased with the results and plus I have greatly improved my welding skills.
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St. Jude Donor '07
Re: Re- welding frame ?? (stingraymax)
There was something on here a while ago about only welding in 2 inch sections to prevent splits from going the length of the frame. Sounds like a good idea though. :chevy
