New Everlast 160

[dkf1998]

I just purchased a PowerARC 160. I have to thank Mark for a great deal, he was very helpful and great to deal with. This is the first time welding with an inverter and was very impressed to say the least. I tried some 7014 per Mark's recommendation and WOW!!! I could not believe how easy it was to run, I also tried some 6011. I didn't have any 7018, but will try some asap. The 160 has a very smooth arc and is well built, I am very impressed so far.

 

[Ed of all trades]

Glad you like it, hope it serves you well.

 

[Mark @ Everlast]

What's the first project?

 

[dkf1998]

What's the first project?

I am going to do a lot of TIG practice; t-joints, butt joints and such. I am fresh out of a TIG class and want to reinforce what I have learned. As far as ARC goes, I am thinking about building a squat rack.

 

[Big Barn]

I am going to do a lot of TIG practice; t-joints, butt joints and such. I am fresh out of a TIG class and want to reinforce what I have learned. As far as ARC goes, I am thinking about building a squat rack.

When building my squat rack I used pallet racking frames for posts to utilize the vertical adjustments without having to drill 160 1" holes in square tubing. Just a thought.

Terry

 

[dkf1998]

When building my squat rack I used pallet racking frames for posts to utilize the vertical adjustments without having to drill 160 1" holes in square tubing. Just a thought.

Terry

That sounds like a good idea, but I don't know where I would find pallet frames. Do you have any pics of your squat rack?

 

[Big Barn]

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You should be able to find pallet racking easily from a local material handling or industrial shelving supplier. Although I had access to used material my dealer special ordered the posts individually for me from the factory. Two vertical posts are usually welded together with cross bracing to create the end frame for the pallet racks.
I figured it would be more cost efficient doing it that way than cutting and grinding. Plus I had the benefit of new factory paint, which although not powdercoated is relatively durable. I also purchased the frame brackets individually and welded them onto the ends of 2"sq tubing for the spotter bars. (And for the adjustable barbell "hooks")

Terry

 

[dkf1998]

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You should be able to find pallet racking easily from a local material handling or industrial shelving supplier. Although I had access to used material my dealer special ordered the posts individually for me from the factory. Two vertical posts are usually welded together with cross bracing to create the end frame for the pallet racks.
I figured it would be more cost efficient doing it that way than cutting and grinding. Plus I had the benefit of new factory paint, which although not powdercoated is relatively durable. I also purchased the frame brackets individually and welded them onto the ends of 2"sq tubing for the spotter bars. (And for the adjustable barbell "hooks")

Terry

Those look nice, thanks for posting them. I am actually going to build a set of Squat stands similar to these. I need something more portable than the ones have now.

 

[Big Barn]

dfk1998 that should make for a great first project for your new welder! Have fun.

Terry

 

[SoGeorgia]

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You should be able to find pallet racking easily from a local material handling or industrial shelving supplier. Although I had access to used material my dealer special ordered the posts individually for me from the factory. Two vertical posts are usually welded together with cross bracing to create the end frame for the pallet racks.
I figured it would be more cost efficient doing it that way than cutting and grinding. Plus I had the benefit of new factory paint, which although not powdercoated is relatively durable. I also purchased the frame brackets individually and welded them onto the ends of 2"sq tubing for the spotter bars. (And for the adjustable barbell "hooks")

Terry

uhm.. wow on the weight room.. I can't be the only one thinking it.