First collector attempt
#1
First collector attempt
hi guys,
Been working on making a collector. Using the TIG to weld it up. Still pretty new to TIG welding. Had about 1-2 hours of practice so will need a bit more before I complete the collector. Used a bandsaw to cut the pieces up. The pieces are 4 inches long. It not as close a fit as I had hoped but it's good enough for the first try I guess.
Just tacked it up for now. I also ran a little bead to see how my welding was on the pipe. I think I need to clean the pipe a bit more. Does anyone know if I can use nail polish remover or paint thinners to clean the metal up? I don't have any acetone.
Thanks for looking
Been working on making a collector. Using the TIG to weld it up. Still pretty new to TIG welding. Had about 1-2 hours of practice so will need a bit more before I complete the collector. Used a bandsaw to cut the pieces up. The pieces are 4 inches long. It not as close a fit as I had hoped but it's good enough for the first try I guess.
Just tacked it up for now. I also ran a little bead to see how my welding was on the pipe. I think I need to clean the pipe a bit more. Does anyone know if I can use nail polish remover or paint thinners to clean the metal up? I don't have any acetone.
Thanks for looking
#9
Re: First collector attempt
Well I cut the tack welds off and welded the pipes on just now. I'll clean it all up again and tack them all back together now. The next one I do will definately be longer. This one is kind of a practice one as I want to learn how to weld it inside and out. Welding it inside is gonna be a real challenge though. I just don't know how I'm gonna do it yet.