How To: DIY Paint and Body work

[GL Chrillz]

what wire would you suggest to weld up some floor board with a hobart 140? I'm only running flux core right now, to go mig I need an adapter to run my paintball co2 tank which I should be able to pick up fairly easily.

[buentellomma]

Originally Posted by GL Chrillz

what wire would you suggest to weld up some floor board with a hobart 140? I'm only running flux core right now, to go mig I need an adapter to run my paintball co2 tank which I should be able to pick up fairly easily.

how thick is the metal your welding in?

[GL Chrillz]

Originally Posted by buentellomma

how thick is the metal your welding in?

16g

i know flux core gets a little better penetration but is a lot messier. is it worth the cost to switch over to mig using 100% co2 or just finish this little project with flux core?

[buentellomma]

Originally Posted by GL Chrillz

16g

i know flux core gets a little better penetration but is a lot messier. is it worth the cost to switch over to mig using 100% co2 or just finish this little project with flux core?

.030 wire should be good... Using co2, I'm not a professional welder but I can't remember seeing anyone just using 100% co2 to weld steel or aluminum. Rule normally is 75% argon 25% co2 mix for steel and 100% argon for steel and aluminum only. If you only welding a small area I would just stick with flux but if you have more welding projects in the future go with mig with gas