Removing weld seam in tubing

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I never really knew how to do that before. I am getting smarter every day I tell 'ya! :)

 
   / Removing weld seam in tubing #2  
Neat ideas and methods in that video and it's easy to watch too. I have used the file method and bought some special tubing with the weld removed at a premium price. His simple tools seem to work good. Thanks for posting.

gg
 
   / Removing weld seam in tubing #3  
Thanks for the video.




Jim.
 
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You guys are welcome. I found it interesting and possibly could save you some money for just a little work and some materials.
 
   / Removing weld seam in tubing #6  
Very informative, thanks
 
   / Removing weld seam in tubing #7  
Nothing wrong with his method but I don't see myself spending the time to build a tool every time. As he said the weld is never in the same place.

I've done this with a file or a long nose grinder. I usually use the Long Shaft Die grinder from HF to get as deep as I can then finish with a file if I need to.

What surprises me the most is every local metal fabricator/supplier I have gone to says they just use 2-1/2" x 3/16" wall tube for the outer piece. No way I want that much slop in a receiver. I buy 1/4" wall tube and remove the weld.
 
   / Removing weld seam in tubing #8  
Very interesting video, quite informative.
 
   / Removing weld seam in tubing #9  
Video was interesting, thanks;
For 2" receivers they actually make female receiver tube - it's .030" over 2.5" tube, smooth inside. So 2.530" OD, 2.030" ID; A little more expensive per #, but not THAT much. My local steel supplier stocks it, free delivery for orders over $100 (and yes, one stick IS free delivery @ 151 pounds)

YMMV, but with 2 tractors and a hoe I make a LOT of "tinker toys" with that material and 2" x .250" wall... Steve
 
   / Removing weld seam in tubing #10  
With a chisel you can easily peel up a couple inches of seam from each side.
Then file the little bit in the center.
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Of all those methods I'd get a chisel like the one he had.
Or grind it one-sided myself.

free delivery for orders over $100 (and yes, one stick IS free delivery @ 151 pounds)

Steve if you have 20 feet I'm coming to your house next time i need it. :cool2:

I've been buying the 18" receiver tube at Harbor freight for $16 and it makes 2 or 3 receivers.
Class III 18 in. x 2 in. Standard Receiver Tube
 

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