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Old 04-22-2011, 08:17 AM
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Yesterday I did improve a LITTLE bit . I figured out that I had to turn the gas down when I was doing the sheet metal. It helped..
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Old 04-22-2011, 09:21 AM
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Ok I have been thinking I could put together a small skills training class. I could get some extra talent to come in and teach some. I would have to bring in a few extra talented welders that would give up their weekend. But if you guys want to let me know who would be interested and what kind of time frame to set the class up for would be good. I was thinking Friday night to maybe Sunday at Noon. Basically a 16 hour course with enough time to get back to work on Monday. I could have some of my guys take everybody at their level. The cost might be 600 -750 bucks. We could assign 2 students to one teacher, We could make it a pretty fun weekend. If we are going to do it before summer we better get on it or do it in Sept or October. Cuz it gets real hot here in the Summer.

Just an idea. I know Greg would come just for the food.
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Old 04-22-2011, 09:41 AM
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Yesterday I did improve a LITTLE bit . I figured out that I had to turn the gas down when I was doing the sheet metal. It helped..
Yep -- too much gas will do that!

Gas lens allows you to run less CFM on the gas.... I'm running maybe 12/14 cfm with a #5 cup and a 1/16th tungsten when doing sheet metal.

I don't know if that's "right" but it works for me.

I run 40 amps == but use a foot control (the new wifi version from Miller - super slick!) and am probably welding at 20 or so but I've learned to use the foot control to ramp up and slow down etc as needed. Since I'm a long time drummer -- using the "independence" of my appendages (LOL) isn't an issue for me.

RODGER ---- I'd come down for a welding class.... and some bar b q.... There's always more a guy can learn. I'm a self taught mo'roon.... and would love to get some tips and tricks!
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Old 04-22-2011, 10:04 AM
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Ok I have been thinking I could put together a small skills training class. I could get some extra talent to come in and teach some. I would have to bring in a few extra talented welders that would give up their weekend. But if you guys want to let me know who would be interested and what kind of time frame to set the class up for would be good. I was thinking Friday night to maybe Sunday at Noon. Basically a 16 hour course with enough time to get back to work on Monday. I could have some of my guys take everybody at their level. The cost might be 600 -750 bucks. We could assign 2 students to one teacher, We could make it a pretty fun weekend. If we are going to do it before summer we better get on it or do it in Sept or October. Cuz it gets real hot here in the Summer.

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Come on Mario.....

How's that new Optrel?????
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Old 05-05-2011, 08:10 AM
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How's that new Optrel?????
Just got it today!! Have'nt tried it yet .....
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