Pipe welding, how long

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I got a job in my shop.  They shipped me a length (20'1") of schedule 10 8" stainless.  2 flanges and an elbow.  I had to make an 8' X 12' elbow out of it.  Squaring was a little tough since there is no corner.  I used a tape measure and level.   Welding the flanges on was easy, the last part of the elbow was in place.  I don't know what you call it,  6g?  I used 308LSI because that is what the LWH had.The question is how long should it take?   That and 2 vents took me about a day.   Flanges were put on with 2 holes level on both ends.   When we loaded the pipe on the truck, I lined it up with the cab protector and side of the bed.  It was square according to the truck.These VENTS are schedule 40.  All they carry is air.   I used the positioner for the vents but not the 8" piece.Thanks DavidLast edited by David R; 10-19-2011 at 01:33 PM.Real world weldin.  When I grow up I want to be a tig weldor.
Reply:Not sure if you had them but adjustable pipe stands make this a lot easier.  Two long straight edges and a square work pretty well for alignment.DanLast edited by DanD78; 10-19-2011 at 04:03 PM.
Reply:OMG! Welcome back!!! I haven't seen you or Fred Sanford for a long while. Now if we can only get DesertRider33 back too.Nice work as always David R. I hope you've been busy. Post pics!!!"Where's Stick man????????" - 7A749"SHHHHHH!! I sent him over to snag that MIC-4 while tbone wasn't looking!" - duaneb55"I have bought a few of Tbone's things unlike Stick-Man who helps himself" - TozziWelding"Stick-man"
Reply:I think 12 hrs plus materials is a fair bill, glad to have you back Dave.Disclaimer; "I am just an a$$hole welder, don't take it personally ."
Reply:Thanks all of you.Tozzi, because of you my shop will be having a new name.  From Roots Quality Repairs toLeaky Roof Welding.    My son may be joining me.  He is in his second year of trade school welding.While laying on my back welding overhead where I could not see (stupid) I blew a hole in the joint.    Today I asked the customer if it was OK, he said as far as he knew yes.Hope I get more.DavidBuilding a BBQ grill starting tomorrow.    Today I got 2 sheets of 1/8"  304 stainless and 2 lengths of angle.   I picked up 4- 4" non marking 300 lb each swivel casters.  I ordered 120' of 5/8 cold rolled for the grates.Last edited by David R; 10-19-2011 at 06:09 PM.Real world weldin.  When I grow up I want to be a tig weldor.
Reply:Long time, no type. Good to hear from ya!
Reply:Oops didn't see the vents, make it 24 hrsDisclaimer; "I am just an a$$hole welder, don't take it personally ."
Reply:I'd say for one-off fabrications in a job shop that's a fair days work David R.Matt