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Old 08-19-2008, 07:53 AM
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for 6061, there are different fillers for different situations, i find best results with 4043 filler, 5356 can also be used, but i find the puddle and tacking to be much easier with 4043 filler. as dave said 2% thoriated (red stripe) welds alum just fine. i use 1/16th on .062 alum.
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