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Discussion in 'XJ Modifications' started by themidnightspecial, Apr 14, 2007.

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    So I have decided to go ahead and do some mods on my 83 Maxims frame. After looking at the frame I noticed that a wire feed was used to do most of the welding. Well peeps. what do i do to prevent the metal from warping, and should i use the wirefeed process or....tig?
     
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    If you can TiG ...

    Make 'em pretty.
     
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    The idea is not to get too much heat concentrated in one area. First tack the parts together and make short welds (make sure to get good penitration) :lol:
    I usually tack everything together first, to make it rigid, then go ahead and weld. I like a wire feed in my projects because I can get a better looking weld and do less grinding and dress up afterwards. If you plan todo alot of welding, a wirefeed is a good investment.
     
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    Mig and Tig are good.
     
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    Ok...Well my machine only does STICK, and TIG. So any advice on tig work?
     
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    Then I guess I will just shut up.
     
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    ok...well I am raising the rear end ..so I need tips. cutting...Im scared my plasma wont do the job real well.
     
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    if u have some metal laying around, play with that first, plasma cutter is ur friend.

    if ur new to a plasma cutter, kust remember to have dry air, miostier is a plasma enemy.

    and make sure u have a good ground, other than that they are easy to use.
     
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    well what do you think about cutting with a Oxy-Ace cutter...I know the edges aren't as smooth....but....I dont have to use a CRAP load of power
     
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    its up to u, what ever ur comfortable with, but if u have access to a plasma, i would use that, plasma's are awsome.
     
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    sweet....Well Guys....Get ready...I'll start the post here on my bike...
     
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