Men in sheds have all the answers
So these two lads came up with a solution to the oil spill that's in the gulf right now. Haven't heard about this oil spill? Have a quick read and get back to me. Caught up? Good. Now on to my point. These Guys came up with an innovative solution to the problem. Hay....
The deadline has passed and so have I
Now, bear with me here. Both of the welding tests have to be evaluated before they are sent to the certification board so I can get my papers. I was waiting for a phone call today, and if I did not receive a phone call, I was to assume that I had passed the evaluation...
Welding by Gaslight 15
Welcome to the last post of The Gaslight Welder. It's been a fun ride, and it turns out that I love welding. It's hard on the back, it's hot, it's dirty, it requires a lot concentration... However I have no desire to unlearn what I have learned and if it gets me a...
[Arc] Welding by Gaslight 14
This look familiar by any chance? If you're a regular reader you'll realize that this is the standard Arc welding test from Fas. And this time I'm happier with the outcome. Feeling good about it this time.
[Arc] Welding by Gaslight 13
So I did all of my exercises for the day so I started playing around. I welded four piece together to make a box section, then I welder that to flat plate. Unlike gas welding, you only get one shot at an arc weld. I nailed every weld on the above picture. Water tight...
[Arc] Welding by Gaslight 12
Doesn't it look like I'm welding with pure silver? Those are some fine welds there. It's just like riding a bike, you never forget. Just need a little practice.
Right back on that Iron Horse
Remember this? Well The Mad Welder is back. I'm back arc welding again. Man, I much prefer arc welding. Tomorrow, some pics of my progress. Getting close to the end now.
Welding by Gaslight 11
These are the pieces that I made today. The were my mock pieces for the test. During the test I'll be making pieces just like those. Wish me luck, I finish up on Friday week. There's a surprise between now and then, stay tuned.
Welding by Gaslight 10
I know this looks like things you can make with a "My first welder" kit, but these are examples of the three basic things that are done with gas welding. On the left is a box section which is made by welding together four pieces of steel at the corners. The middle is...
Welding by Gaslight 9
The T-joint. So called, because it looks like a T. Weld both sides, and make it look good. I love acquiring new skills.
Welding by Gaslight 8
The latest thing is seamless welds. You have to achieve full penetration of molten steel right to the bottom of the joint. You can do a visual check for this, but to really be sure you have to cut the piece in half and inspect the weld. I think that's a pass.
Beard Update
Sadly, the last beard update. Click through for the results. I may grow it again. I may not. If it ever gets long enough to be classed as a real beard, this website shall be the first to know.