Martack axle prep

EWheeler · 07-01-08, 06:04 PM

I would like to do the martack on my axles but was curious how I should prep them before welding. I have measured everything out with the grease on the splines method and marked the axles. I washed the grease off with soap and water. Should they need any more cleaning to assure the welds will stick to the axles and not pop off when I'm out in BFE? My resources for cleaning include more soap and water, brake cleaner, and gasoline. All advice appreciated. Thanks,

Evan

Poser · 07-01-08, 06:33 PM

Hit the tack area with brake cleaner and call it good.

EWheeler · 07-01-08, 06:47 PM

Will do. Thanks!

07-01-08, 06:04 PM	#1
EWheeler IH8MUD Rookie Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Edwards, Co Posts: 57	Martack axle prep I would like to do the martack on my axles but was curious how I should prep them before welding. I have measured everything out with the grease on the splines method and marked the axles. I washed the grease off with soap and water. Should they need any more cleaning to assure the welds will stick to the axles and not pop off when I'm out in BFE? My resources for cleaning include more soap and water, brake cleaner, and gasoline. All advice appreciated. Thanks, Evan

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07-01-08, 06:33 PM	#2
Poser Oh...Durka Durka Durka. Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: in the shop TLCA# 1856 Posts: 13,955	Hit the tack area with brake cleaner and call it good.

07-01-08, 06:47 PM	#3
EWheeler IH8MUD Rookie Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Edwards, Co Posts: 57	Will do. Thanks!