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Old 06-10-2007, 11:33 PM   #293
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Re: 1969 Burb build-up (Bags, 5.3/4L60E, repaint, interior....)

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Originally Posted by shifty View Post
looks great....i gotta know - how do you make those long ass welds without warping the metal? looks like you're running solid beads and all.
Believe me I've warped my share of metal on this project, . However on this, I'm using pretty thick metal (14 gauge I think) for the pieces I welded in. It may look like solid line of weld, but it is mostly a series of small tack welds. The thicker metal definitely helps. I did let it cool down a little after doing a series of tack welds. A 4" grinder and a rolox disc with 36 grit has been my best friend on this project, .
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