I dont get the argument here...Oscars grind is not un usual, different grinds for different applications and different preferences. I completely agree Jay, I was originally asking why Oscar shows those when he more often than not shows a much blunter tip with very little stickout when he recommends...

Mick, Recently there was a thread about how to liven up the WTAT forums. Some people made suggestions, some said they thought it was good as it is and that nothing needed to be changed. As a long time moderator of these forums, what's your thoughts on making WTAT a better resource for the welding co...

In my limited experience I have grown to dislike 6013, not because it's not a good rod, it actually lays a bead nice when the surface is horizontal for me. I find it pretty "runny" when trying to use it on vertical. But the reason I have grown to dislike it, is that it doesn't penetrate ve...

The rest of it? Malarkey. Looks cool, feel special, complete nonsense. Learn to weld FFS. Of course it's mostly nonsense, just like Josh's response. Not long ago Josh said he uses a TechSouth at home to sharpen his tube of tungstens before he heads to work. At least that's how I remember his commen...

I can’t dance. I just dislike your constant skepticism and seaming distain for advice from others on maters you have limited experience with. I've noticed it, but trying to be nice to you. :D Sometimes it might be better to STFU and let me show people how stupid I am. I'm not intimidated. I have to...

Poland308 wrote:You could do a code weld with 3/32 7018 at about 80 amps and it would be fine.

Yes you could, but he stated with flux core wire. Can a flux core welder function as stick? I thought mig was cv vs being cc?

I don't have much to add, but the first thing I noticed was the machine you were planning to use is way under powered for that type of repair, IMO. I would think a 200 amp machine would be minimum for that type of repair. I could be off base.

DavidR8 wrote:I'll be at the concession getting some popcorn...

Can you pick up an extra bag for me David?

It doesn’t have to be on thin metal. I used a grind like that on my UA67 pipe test that’s 2in xx heavy wall, for unlimited thickness. Doesn’t mater metal or thickness. Well, if that type of grind works for people, they should definitely use it. I've never had a reason to use a tungsten sharpened li...

Josh, Understood, but I don't think the majority of people are welding thin metal too often, I would classify it as the minority of the time. I think we need to keep the question in context, not twist it out of proportion or second guess what metal is being used. I'd like to see what Oscar is weldin...

Very interesting, supports my general observation that a 6010 capable machine will run 6011 better as well though Yes, although I'm not sure I would say the Primeweld is 6010 capable, but it is in the sense that it can run it. Everlast claims my green weenie will run 6011, but not 6010. Buyer on th...

I use a shallow grind like he pictures any time I need to do fine narrow welds on light gauge material. Everyone is entitled to there opinions, but don’t be an ass hat. So, you know what he was using those for? You think those are useful then? I'm not being an @$$ hat, but please don't be an Iowa S...

weldin mike 27 wrote:Alan, did you try to pm him on here?

Just did there as well.

Alan, if you mean the actual welding tips and tricks website, I don't have any particular special access. But if you PM Admin it's jody or joey and they should be able to help. I've sent a couple emails with the General error that pops up, to no avail, I don't get an answer. Jody is usually respons...

Ok, did an interesting but non-scientific test tonight. I got some Fleetweld 5p+, just had to try it... :roll: Here's 5p+ run on the Primeweld. http://traditionaltoolworks.com/images/wtat-pw-5p-+.jpg Here's a few different rods, the top 2 rows are 5p+ run on the Primeweld. From the Center down run o...

Good to see you Mick, just mentioned in another thread you haven't been around in quite some time.

BTW, do you have access to the web site? If I was to help you try to find a file that's missing, could you help?

Cat got your tongue?

I think the table looks good, not patient enough to follow the Chapiln movie...

EDIT: I stand corrected Jerry, you do speak around the middle of the video and explain things.

Good on 'ya!

I’m guessing like most of us Oscar varies his grind angle to the given application. Quite honestly I'd like to see more of his applications/projects. I suspect he pulls out those polished tungstens when it seems appropriate to show off some shiny metal. But I'm not faulting him for that, just that ...

Rather timely retesting of the Cut60 on 1", you can also see a shot of the manual stating the given travel speed for 5/8". 17IPM which is plenty tolerable in my opinion if you're not going to be cutting several feet every day. The cut on 1" was also pretty decent for a rough severanc...

So I'd say to just bite the bullet and get the power upgrade. Yeah, I agree, it just wasn't something I was planning to do, my panel is filled and I have an additional panel running out to my office...I'm really maxed out for the 125 amps I have. If I was to upgrade to a 50 amp circuit, that's clos...

Do you know this situation. You have a plan, you are about to implement it. And only with an sales advertisement you throw your plan over the heap. That happened to me. To make it short. I am now the proud owner of an Fronius TransPuls Synergic 2700 (second hand 2500 €) and an old (label unknow) st...

Yeah from what I see in this video his travel speed is inconsistent at best. He doesn't appear to have the feel for how to use a plasma, or at least not this one. So I wouldn't put too much weight into this feedback. If done right, the CUT60 will live up to its billing, at least in my (admittedly l...

Hand sharpening on an alum oxide and silicon carbide wheel on a regular bench grinder. Follow up with a polishing wheel on a harbor freight 3" mini grinder. I've seen you post this pic before, but I have to ask you, often in other pics you show a much more blunt tip to people and show a very s...

What's his plasma cutter experience? I don't know exactly, he said he would respond when he gets back in town. He's got a lot of machines, and he did use the CUT60 for some work he was doing, he's not a dumb guy by any means. But he hasn't called Mike yet either, he said he's trying to figure out i...

Ah. Well yes, the CUT60 is a noticeably smaller and lighter box than the 225X. Just so ya know... Yeah, and the more I think about it although I would like to have the Esab Miniarc 180i, I think it makes more sense to have 1 welder and 1 Plasma rather than 2 welders. Surprised you even responded. S...