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e-man · 05-02-05, 05:14 PM

Thanks for the input guys! I know that welder is a pro job, but like I said I just don't want to be left wanting. That particular one is Multi-Process TIG, MIG and Stick AC and DC.

When I get the chance I have been reading what I can about welding. I bought a book and it was all over TIG as being the best welding process. The more I learn the more it looks like a good MIG welder will do everything I need it to. Apparently I could do everything I need with a stick welder it would just take longer and be a little uglier.

I want to make Steel bikes. Aluminum should be left up to the big bike shops with all of their hydroforming and other such fancy stuff. Folks that want to ride steel bikes prefer simplicity.

05-02-05, 05:14 PM	#37
e-man IH8MUD Junior Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Fort Worth Posts: 143	Thanks for the input guys! I know that welder is a pro job, but like I said I just don't want to be left wanting. That particular one is Multi-Process TIG, MIG and Stick AC and DC. When I get the chance I have been reading what I can about welding. I bought a book and it was all over TIG as being the best welding process. The more I learn the more it looks like a good MIG welder will do everything I need it to. Apparently I could do everything I need with a stick welder it would just take longer and be a little uglier. I want to make Steel bikes. Aluminum should be left up to the big bike shops with all of their hydroforming and other such fancy stuff. Folks that want to ride steel bikes prefer simplicity.