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Old 07-06-2012, 08:53 PM   #70
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Re: '55 International Metal/Body/Paint Work

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Nice man!!! How do u do it when you put another piece of metal on that you have to weld on? How do u prep the inside, do you use weld through primer or how do you keep the inner coating from burning off? Does that make any sense?
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I grind right around the spot I'm welding (on the inside) and if possible I clean the backside and re-prime after welding. I have used weld-thru primer before but it seems to leave an oily residue, and I don't want that around when it's something I'll be painting.



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I love watching folks do what they want with some metal, and a welder.
Thanks JHT67!



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If I ever win the lottery, I'll keep you busy for years!!!

Nice work, John!
Thanks, that sounds good to me!!
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