ALL IN A DAYS WORK!

[MUDONTHETIRES]

I don't think you'll have to worry about those hooks, that's one beefy looking tractor. Got my plates welded on today and repainted the ends of my bucket. Wish our weather looked like yours so I could get out and do something.

Hey Milkman,

Thanks for the kind words! I'm glad you got those plates welded and painted. One less thing to do now. My next project will be a receiver hitch welded on my bucket. I could've used it this morning! As for as the weather, the rain held out today. The weatherman says "near" 100% chance tomorrow and Sunday. Sounds like to me its gonna rain. LOL!

 

[westbrooklawn]

MUD -

Nice job! Welcome to the welding ranks... you will find many more uses for your welder than you can imagine. I couldn't tell from your pics if you have an auto darkening helmet, or if you were using the standard one that might have come with your welder. If you don't have an auto dark helmet, GET ONE! They make stick welding much easier.

 

[MUDONTHETIRES]

MUD -

Nice job! Welcome to the welding ranks... you will find many more uses for your welder than you can imagine. I couldn't tell from your pics if you have an auto darkening helmet, or if you were using the standard one that might have come with your welder. If you don't have an auto dark helmet, GET ONE! They make stick welding much easier.

Thanks westbrooklawn!
I already have several projects in mind! The helmet in the pic came with the welder. When I purchased the welder, I also purchased a Lincoln auto darkening helmet as well. I charged it under a light for an hour but it only worked for five minutes. Now, no matter how long I charge it, it just blinks for a second then nothing. I going to call the "800" number Monday to see if they'll mail me a replacement.

 

[Aquaman]

Great job Mud! Seal that carry-all real well and it will still be serving your kids someday.

 

[MtnViewRanch]

I going to call the "800" number Monday to see if they'll mail me a replacement.

I hate to say this, but have you read the directions for your auto darkening helmet. Maybe check them before you call the 800#.

 

[MUDONTHETIRES]

I hate to say this, but have you read the directions for your auto darkening helmet. Maybe check them before you call the 800#.

Brian,
I called myself reading the instructions. Maybe I'm missing something. What could it be?

 

[MUDONTHETIRES]

Great job Mud! Seal that carry-all real well and it will still be serving your kids someday.

Thanks Randy!
I'll seal the carry-all soon. Thanks for the tip!

 

[MtnViewRanch]

Brian,
I called myself reading the instructions. Maybe I'm missing something. What could it be?

Mud, you said that you charged it up with a light. My helmet is solar operated also, but requires no charging, just works from the welding arc. Was wondering if there was a switch or something else that might be there to tell the helmet what to do.

 

[MUDONTHETIRES]

Mud, you said that you charged it up with a light. My helmet is solar operated also, but requires no charging, just works from the welding arc. Was wondering if there was a switch or something else that might be there to tell the helmet what to do.

Brian,
The solar panel on this model recharges an internal lithium battery which powers the filter. If not used for a period of time, directions state to recharge the filter by putting the filter under a 60 watt light bulb for one hour. There is no on/off switch nor any adjustment dials for sensitivity or shade. I should have searched the net before "impulse buying". After searching around, I know now that $99.00 could've bought me more options. I tried charging it again and welding with it. Instead of flickering, now it has two dark streaks through the filter.

 

[3RRL]

Hey Mud,
Great job!
I really like that you just got out there and started welding like that. You also did an excellent job prepping and clamping the welding area. That really helps. Welds look good and they should be plenty strong if you got good penetration. I'm a slob when it comes to painting so to me, your paint job is super good. It looks great.

On OP welding, sometimes it helps to start a small bead and then cut off for a second to let the weld solidify a little more. Then hit it again and continue with the same method. That keeps the globs from running down. Some times you can turn the amps down a little, but that makes for a harder strike. Plus, your penetration might suffer a tad. That "on-off" method works good for me.

Nice carry all too. Projects will be flowing from your posts I'm sure, now that you know what you can do and how easy it is to weld stuff.