Dick;
Depending on the stainless steel alloy, you can braze-weld it. Some
stainless can't be braze welded; I think those are the ones that are
magnetic but it's been such a long time since I've done it that I can't
remember for sure. Having a clean joint and using the proper flux is
important if you are braze-welding with a torch.
How about riveting it? Use good Cherrymax or Huck rivets and it will be
secure.
Regards, Neil Tucson, AZ
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From: owner-land-speed@autox.team.net
[mailto:owner-land-speed@autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Dick J
Sent: Sunday, March 21, 2004 4:31 PM
To: land-speed@autox.team.net
Subject: Stainless Steel Welding Question
Yeah, I know, the proper way to weld stanless steel is probably with a
heliarc or tig with some rare gas found only in outer space and
expenxive rod that rivals diamonds in per pound value - - but - - ! I'm
laying out a core support for my new radiator, and in my junk pile I
come across the perfect piece to use. I'm pretty sure it is stainless.
It was originally part of a store display shelf for clothing. It was
covered with surface rust, but a minute on the wire brush brought it
back smooth and shiny.
The Question. In a non-stress environment like a radiator core support,
can I weld that stainless using my regular Mig with CO2/Argon that I
have, with my regular mild steel wire. If not, can I gas weld it with
mild steel rod. How about brazing with flux coated brass rod? Can I
weld or braze it to mild steel (mounting tabs)?
Thanks
Dick J
In East Texas
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