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How these look?Lincoln 140, max heat, 3.5-4 wire speed 30 wire.  1/4" plate to 3/16" plate.I'm pondering whether or not to bring it to a welder for the final weld.  But it seemed to be burning in pretty good.It's a mini loader bucket, the stand behind type.  For moving mulch. Attached Images
Reply:It's a little cold.  I don't think you can expect any better than that though, with such a small machine on such large sections of thick metal.  You really need a 220v mig or stick welder to weld stuff that size.MM350P/Python/Q300MM175/Q300DialarcHFHTP MIG200PowCon300SMHypertherm380ThermalArc185Purox oaF350CrewCab4x4LoadNGo utilitybedBobcat250XMT304/Optima/SpoolmaticSuitcase12RC/Q300Suitcase8RC/Q400Passport/Q300Smith op
Reply:Make a "T" with some scraps maybe 2" wide and of the same thickness and weld only one side. Then pull out the BFH and bend it back over the weld.
Reply:Originally Posted by DesertRider33It's a little cold.  I don't think you can expect any better than that though, with such a small machine on such large sections of thick metal.  You really need a 220v mig or stick welder to weld stuff that size.
Reply:Thanks,I'll wait for my Miller 252
Reply:Believe it or not, you can still have the same problem even with the 252.  You would be surprised by what you can learn by testing your welds.
Reply:heat the metal with a torch and turn up wire speed"Obstacles are those frightful things you see when you take your eyes off your goal"   -Henry Ford
Reply:From what I see, the weld looks even, so it appears that your hand is steady and travel speed is consistent. However, as was mentioned, the heat affected are looks a bit narrow, not enough heat.I have a 130a 110v welder and I know it can do that weld.  It appears (please clarify) that you did a simple straight weld?  I would suggest doing lower case cursive 'E's, overlapping the weld by following the leading edge of the puddle. This will give better heat and penetration.Also, even though your welder's 'quick set' guide on the inside of the hood probably does NOT show .035 wire setting suggestions, does not mean you cannot run .035 wire.I have run .024, .030 and .035 solid wire in mine, has not been an issue, it performs as good as a full size welder Ive used in shops.  The thicker wire would be better for thicker material.Im pretty sure you can get the results you want with a little technique and thicker wire.  By the way, I run straight CO2.Good luck,Andrew