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Strodder · 01-13-2011, 10:35 PM

It is important that you know how to weld before you tackle a project.Look what happened to this guy. Can you imagine if it was a street car on the freeway.

http://www.whoisthemonkey.com/videos/41/bad-weld

62 short step · 01-13-2011, 10:42 PM

Wow!

scum1 · 01-13-2011, 10:49 PM

thats not a poor welding job....thats KILLER HORESPOWER AHHHHH! haha

Strodder · 01-13-2011, 10:51 PM

It should have never happened. The weak link should have been something in the drive line.

**Captainfab** · 01-14-2011, 12:45 AM

Having seen the welds on a lot of built/restored cars and trucks, I'm surprised we don't see more of this sort of thing. There are just some things that should be left to the professionals. It really can be a matter of life or death. Just imagine if that rear end had held up to that launch, but decided to let loose when he laid on the binders once thru the traps.

jimmydean · 01-14-2011, 02:25 AM

Damn!

markeb01 · 01-14-2011, 02:35 AM

Long ago I bought a 57 Chevy in tow home condition. The "custom" engine mounts had been stick welded cold, so for back up insurance one side was reinforced with a c-clamp, and the other side was supported with vise grips! Once home it only took a couple of good whacks with a hammer to knock the whole mess on the floor. Having never developed welding experience, the few times I've needed something welded I paid a professional. It seemed a lot cheaper than a component failure.

Mike Bradbury · 01-14-2011, 02:52 AM

Multiple welds had to break simultaneously in order for it to just roll straight back and no kick off to one side or the other. I guess at least he is consistent in his mediocrity.

Strodder · 01-14-2011, 10:23 AM

I used to own Sportruck Specialties. And I kept real busy redoing all the botched air bag jobs. I used to knock off welded on brackets with my hammer, grind it down clean to start over again. These jobs were from other shops in the area. Just because they open up a business doesn't mean they are professionals. And don't even get me started with electrical problems I saw.

198plus · 01-14-2011, 03:59 PM

Wow.......Looks like some of my welding

Strodder · 01-14-2011, 04:11 PM

This is a bad weld.

This is a good weld.

See any difference?

lonestarluck · 01-14-2011, 07:23 PM

Man thats crazy haha he wasn't even bummed out about it! He was like "LOOK HERE FELLERS! NOW THIS HERE CAR GOTS SOME SERIOUS PONY"S!!'

greg64 · 01-31-2011, 10:54 PM

Wow! That was nuts.

I think the problem here is two fold:

First, folks new to welding shouldn't be working on structural stuff. I welded for a number of years on cosmetic stuff before I did anything structural. What I find funny about this is that I actually enjoy welding and practicing, just as a hobby, of course.

Second, a lot of MIG welders can produce a good looking bead on very low (too low) heat. It gives the impression of a good weld, but with no penetration. It seems like the right way to do things because there's no risk of burning through.

If your welds don't look like #11 (good), more practice!

Apache63 · 02-01-2011, 02:48 PM

"Draggin" , the hard way!!!

without sparks!!!!

Pat

Strodder · 02-01-2011, 05:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Apache63

"Draggin" , the hard way!!!

without sparks!!!!

Pat

You need metal to have sparks.. That went away at the starting line.

Apache63 · 02-01-2011, 05:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Strodder

You need metal to have sparks.. That went away at the starting line.

did you see , the metal is protected by tires!!! No sparks!!

Pat

61_FL_Apache · 02-01-2011, 05:15 PM

Thats funny!

biohazardbill · 02-02-2011, 02:38 PM

I remember seeing this video a while back. As I recall this was the first run after the build and the rear axle had only temporary welding done. Due to time crunch they forgot to double check and weld it up right.

Rich 5150 69 · 02-02-2011, 09:59 PM

Here`s another, it was theroized that the rear hangers broke loose on the left side first.

YouTube - 1955 Chevy drag race crash

Strodder · 02-02-2011, 11:09 PM

He's luck to be alive. I guess he didn't have his safety harness on.

jeffmoyer80 · 02-03-2011, 01:11 AM

man hes lucky

01-13-2011, 10:42 PM	#2
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01-13-2011, 10:49 PM	#3
scum1 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: las vegas Posts: 299	Re: Welding job gone wrong thats not a poor welding job....thats KILLER HORESPOWER AHHHHH! haha

01-13-2011, 10:51 PM	#4
Strodder Daring to be Different Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Hesperia, Ca Posts: 4,499	Re: Welding job gone wrong It should have never happened. The weak link should have been something in the drive line. __________________ *Dennis* Check out my 65/73 Cheap Build Thread. http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=327644 *KUSTOM RIDES* FACE BOOK PAGE: https://www.facebook.com/groups/291198124258863/ 1965 C-10 Short Bed 350/700r4 2012 Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2016 Honda Accord w/ 18" rims 2007 Honda Goldwing Trike w/ NAVI 2001 Yamaha Roadstar Indian look alike "Life's journey is not to arrive at the grave safely in a well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, totally worn out, shouting "...WOW!...what an amazing ride!" Live Life Passionately!!! [/COLOR] *I AM WE TODD IT, I AM SOFA KING WE TODD IT*

01-14-2011, 12:45 AM	#5
Captainfab 60-66 Nut Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Coeur d'Alene, Idaho Posts: 23,252	Re: Welding job gone wrong Having seen the welds on a lot of built/restored cars and trucks, I'm surprised we don't see more of this sort of thing. There are just some things that should be left to the professionals. It really can be a matter of life or death. Just imagine if that rear end had held up to that launch, but decided to let loose when he laid on the binders once thru the traps. __________________ Power Steering Box Adapter Plates For Sale HERE Power Brake Booster Adapter Brackets For Sale '63-'66 HERE and '67-'72 HERE and '60-'62 HERE and "60-'62 with clutch HERE Rear Disc Brake Brackets For Sale. Impala SS calipers HERE Camaro Calipers HERE D52 Calipers HERE 6 Lug HERE Hydroboost Mounting Plates HERE

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01-13-2011, 10:35 PM	#1
Strodder Daring to be Different Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Hesperia, Ca Posts: 4,499	Welding job gone wrong It is important that you know how to weld before you tackle a project.Look what happened to this guy. Can you imagine if it was a street car on the freeway. http://www.whoisthemonkey.com/videos/41/bad-weld __________________ *Dennis* Check out my 65/73 Cheap Build Thread. http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=327644 *KUSTOM RIDES* FACE BOOK PAGE: https://www.facebook.com/groups/291198124258863/ 1965 C-10 Short Bed 350/700r4 2012 Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2016 Honda Accord w/ 18" rims 2007 Honda Goldwing Trike w/ NAVI 2001 Yamaha Roadstar Indian look alike "Life's journey is not to arrive at the grave safely in a well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, totally worn out, shouting "...WOW!...what an amazing ride!" Live Life Passionately!!! [/COLOR] *I AM WE TODD IT, I AM SOFA KING WE TODD IT*

01-14-2011, 02:35 AM	#7
markeb01 Senior Enthusiast Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Spokane Valley, WA Posts: 8,356	Re: Welding job gone wrong Long ago I bought a 57 Chevy in tow home condition. The "custom" engine mounts had been stick welded cold, so for back up insurance one side was reinforced with a c-clamp, and the other side was supported with vise grips! Once home it only took a couple of good whacks with a hammer to knock the whole mess on the floor. Having never developed welding experience, the few times I've needed something welded I paid a professional. It seemed a lot cheaper than a component failure.

01-14-2011, 02:52 AM	#8
Mike Bradbury Registered User Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: San Diego California Posts: 1,316	Re: Welding job gone wrong Multiple welds had to break simultaneously in order for it to just roll straight back and no kick off to one side or the other. I guess at least he is consistent in his mediocrity. __________________ I'd rather attempt something great and fail.. than try something ordinary and succeed. Norman Vincent Peale Project: Barn Raising http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=414961 Project: 30 Be Low https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=830583

01-14-2011, 10:23 AM	#9
Strodder Daring to be Different Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Hesperia, Ca Posts: 4,499	Re: Welding job gone wrong I used to own Sportruck Specialties. And I kept real busy redoing all the botched air bag jobs. I used to knock off welded on brackets with my hammer, grind it down clean to start over again. These jobs were from other shops in the area. Just because they open up a business doesn't mean they are professionals. And don't even get me started with electrical problems I saw. __________________ *Dennis* Check out my 65/73 Cheap Build Thread. http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=327644 *KUSTOM RIDES* FACE BOOK PAGE: https://www.facebook.com/groups/291198124258863/ 1965 C-10 Short Bed 350/700r4 2012 Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2016 Honda Accord w/ 18" rims 2007 Honda Goldwing Trike w/ NAVI 2001 Yamaha Roadstar Indian look alike "Life's journey is not to arrive at the grave safely in a well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, totally worn out, shouting "...WOW!...what an amazing ride!" Live Life Passionately!!! [/COLOR] *I AM WE TODD IT, I AM SOFA KING WE TODD IT*

01-14-2011, 03:59 PM	#10
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01-14-2011, 04:11 PM	#11
Strodder Daring to be Different Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Hesperia, Ca Posts: 4,499	Re: Welding job gone wrong This is a bad weld. This is a good weld. See any difference? __________________ *Dennis* Check out my 65/73 Cheap Build Thread. http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=327644 *KUSTOM RIDES* FACE BOOK PAGE: https://www.facebook.com/groups/291198124258863/ 1965 C-10 Short Bed 350/700r4 2012 Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2016 Honda Accord w/ 18" rims 2007 Honda Goldwing Trike w/ NAVI 2001 Yamaha Roadstar Indian look alike "Life's journey is not to arrive at the grave safely in a well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, totally worn out, shouting "...WOW!...what an amazing ride!" Live Life Passionately!!! [/COLOR] *I AM WE TODD IT, I AM SOFA KING WE TODD IT*

01-14-2011, 07:23 PM	#12
lonestarluck Registered User Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: San Antonio TX Posts: 52	Re: Welding job gone wrong Man thats crazy haha he wasn't even bummed out about it! He was like "LOOK HERE FELLERS! NOW THIS HERE CAR GOTS SOME SERIOUS PONY"S!!'

01-31-2011, 10:54 PM	#13
greg64 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Kimberley, BC, Canada Posts: 799	Re: Welding job gone wrong Wow! That was nuts. I think the problem here is two fold: First, folks new to welding shouldn't be working on structural stuff. I welded for a number of years on cosmetic stuff before I did anything structural. What I find funny about this is that I actually enjoy welding and practicing, just as a hobby, of course. Second, a lot of MIG welders can produce a good looking bead on very low (too low) heat. It gives the impression of a good weld, but with no penetration. It seems like the right way to do things because there's no risk of burning through. If your welds don't look like #11 (good), more practice! __________________ Greg 64 GMC Suburban - 283, NV3500, 14 bolt 77 C10 swb - 292, SM465, 12 bolt

02-01-2011, 02:48 PM	#14
Apache63 1# Drobmember in Germany Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Wuppertal , Germany Posts: 518	Re: Welding job gone wrong "Draggin" , the hard way!!! without sparks!!!! Pat __________________ Pat

02-01-2011, 05:15 PM	#17
61_FL_Apache Who Me? Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Royal Palm Beach, FL Posts: 4,067	Re: Welding job gone wrong Thats funny! __________________ Steve 1997 Tahoe LT 4D 2WD (DD) 2001 Blazer 4D 2WD 1961 Apache 10 (sold) 1965 C10 Stepper (sold)



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02-02-2011, 02:38 PM	#18
biohazardbill Registered User Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Forsyth, Ga Posts: 1,012	Re: Welding job gone wrong I remember seeing this video a while back. As I recall this was the first run after the build and the rear axle had only temporary welding done. Due to time crunch they forgot to double check and weld it up right.

02-02-2011, 11:09 PM	#20
Strodder Daring to be Different Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Hesperia, Ca Posts: 4,499	Re: Welding job gone wrong He's luck to be alive. I guess he didn't have his safety harness on. __________________ *Dennis* Check out my 65/73 Cheap Build Thread. http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=327644 *KUSTOM RIDES* FACE BOOK PAGE: https://www.facebook.com/groups/291198124258863/ 1965 C-10 Short Bed 350/700r4 2012 Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2016 Honda Accord w/ 18" rims 2007 Honda Goldwing Trike w/ NAVI 2001 Yamaha Roadstar Indian look alike "Life's journey is not to arrive at the grave safely in a well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, totally worn out, shouting "...WOW!...what an amazing ride!" Live Life Passionately!!! [/COLOR] *I AM WE TODD IT, I AM SOFA KING WE TODD IT*

02-03-2011, 01:11 AM	#21
jeffmoyer80 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: coolidge, texas Posts: 15	Re: Welding job gone wrong man hes lucky

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