There are plenty of ways to put a frame together, and depending on the skill level of the welder even the “worst” method can be better than the “best”. While you can MIG, TIG, ARC or even Oxy Acetylene weld a frame together, the preferred method is TIG, or Tungsten Inert Gas. Welders like it because there’s generally more weld penetration into the metal and the welder can control the amount of material used in the weld. But it takes a lot longer. And it needs more prep time to make sure the joints are perfect. And it takes more expensive equipment.
But you asked and we delivered:
TIG welding is now an option for all frames. Even the standard MIG welded frames will have TIG welded roll hoops, as these are the only exposed welds on the car. Your standard MIG welded frames will be just as strong, and the only welds showing will be TIG welded.
Speaking of looks, here are some welds from frame #10:
Notes:
- All tubing is U.S. made DOM (Drawn Over Mandrel) seamless tubing. For those of you with money to burn, Chromoly is available. Contact us for information.
- Surface rust is a fact of life during manufacturing. This is a non-issue as it’s sand-blasted off prior to powder coating.
- The formed holes in the flat plates is a process called “dimple die”. Dimple die brackets serve two functions: reduced weight, and the curvature of the hole actually increases the strength of the steel plate.
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