Tractor Bucket Hooks

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Since I got my MM210 I finally got my bucket hooks on I did in class. The 3/8" hooks were done by 7018 rod (2 passes) on 1/4" plate. The plates were then welded to the bucket with my 210. I tacked it up on the corners and stitch welded then in and allowed to cool in between. I did repaint the bucket and tested by lifting a Toyota solid axle off the ground. They held on no strange noises and nothing launched into orbit!!  I'm all ears on what I am doing wrong.Thanks,Dan Attached ImagesMy instructor said someone will catch on fire during class...He wasn't joking!!
Reply:You should weld through your corners. On a part like this I would radius the corners and go right around._________________Chris
Reply:Looks like they are not going anywhere.  Nice job.  I agree, don't stop at corners or tacks.DavidReal world weldin.  When I grow up I want to be a tig weldor.
Reply:Just asking and it makes sense, If I make a stitch weld than I should make a L-shaped weld around the corner? Also all welds should follow through the corners to start of weld bead?I have noticed I am putting on more tacks on some things I am welding. Currently I am using SQ 1 x 1 x 1/8 wall tubing and I have put up to 6-8 tacks. Even on that I should follow through on that. Just worried it coming out of square.DanMy instructor said someone will catch on fire during class...He wasn't joking!!
Reply:I agree with Lorenzo and David,  Anytime you weld a plate against another one radius the corners and carry your weld around the corners.  Will be less prone to failure over time, but nice work none the less.I'm a Lover, Fighter, Wild horse Rider, and a pretty good welding man......
Reply:Thanks Guys!  I'm a newbie, still learning and I want to do it correctly!Thanks again,DanMy instructor said someone will catch on fire during class...He wasn't joking!!