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Re: TR-3 Floor Panels/Eastwood Spot Welders

To: bbrewer@lightspeed.net, triumphs@autox.team.net
Subject: Re: TR-3 Floor Panels/Eastwood Spot Welders
From: Tr3bob@aol.com
Date: Wed, 19 Jan 2000 20:50:45 EST
Hi Bill,
There's been some discussion about the benefits of mig welding as a viable 
alternative to spotwelding.
I tend to agree with Gary Bouffard. With a little practice I've had some 
pretty good luck with my MIG welder. 
By drilling larger holes in the replacement panel than in the host metal 
you'll be assured of a completely penetrated weld. You really need to make 
sure the panels are as close as you can get them. I know it's difficult to do 
from both inside and outside the car. 
The other alternative is to run a bead from underneath where the replacement 
floor panel meets the host metal.
Good luck
Bob Stahlbush
  

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