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Originally Posted by slider2828
For me its an alternative to weld on an bund to some aluminum..... It would be stupid to buy a TIG welder to do bungs once maybe 5 years..... I have a crappy mig for car panels or something, but TIG is another level.
But agreed on full piping probably not, but track fix would be awesome!
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no, for you its stupid because you're making excuses as why you shouldnt buy a proper welding machine. you're literally comparing a tool that has infinite uses, with a brazing procedure that has very limited uses.
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Originally Posted by Abeo
The problem with that stuff as a trackside fix is once you get the permanent repair done, you'll be battling weld contamination like crazy. Stick to quick epoxy for trackside repairs which can be removed easier later.
I've actually used that stuff a couple times on a motorcycle to fill in where a chain went awry... It's not easy to work with. It's basically like working with solder and not like welding.
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yeah, try explaining what you are saying here to non welders - they just dont get it. they dont know the challenges associated with welding, let alone contamination and good prep. the majority of people think stick welding is welding. well, i guess it is... if you work on ferrari chassis'
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Originally Posted by silviaks2nr
The thing is once you have a TIG you will find a million uses for it and you can build your own cool shit. A good hobbyist AC/DC TIG setup can be had for under $1200 (including a 150 bottle of gas, nice foot pedal, torch, consumables etc.). The machine will pay for itself pretty quickly.
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I dont think this is in his interests. forget the investment costs which in my opinion are significant, most people dont have the space nor do they have 240V.