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Hey, I was watching the show Musclecar. They had these cool lil inserts to help the butt welds they used for their custom header they were making for Dana White from ufc mma. ANyone seen it? Know where to get those?
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I meant they had these insert that go between 2 pipes that would be butt welded together. It was there for more strength. It was pretty cool, I wonder where they got those
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this is the only thing I use. any kind of insert will screw with flow more than a weld will and will not add much strength as the weld is still just in the one place, just practice and they will be plenty strong.
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backing rings are also an A+ idea as you dont need to back purge,
like this
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backing rings are also an A+ idea as you dont need to back purge,
like this
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They are for people who don't know how to weld (ie. those on MuscleCar). Consider that they restrict the internal diameter of the pipe and cause a disruption in the airflow.
Just tape the seam together with masking tape, tack it in a few places, and then weld around it. Keep your current low so you don't penetrate into the tubing.
Just tape the seam together with masking tape, tack it in a few places, and then weld around it. Keep your current low so you don't penetrate into the tubing.
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Darn, have you guys seen this episode i'm talking about? I'm not a big fan of american muscle cars, but I see the work they do on there, and it looked real good to me
Yeah, well, the restriction didn't seem too bad for the added rigidity of the manifold. I thought it was pretty cool. A well penetrated weld could have restricted flow more. I guess it's the line you draw of having a good sturdy manifold vs a well flowing one. I'm thinking of over reinforcing it when you could have a better flowing manifold that still holds up . I'll post it if I ever find the part I am talking about
Yeah, well, the restriction didn't seem too bad for the added rigidity of the manifold. I thought it was pretty cool. A well penetrated weld could have restricted flow more. I guess it's the line you draw of having a good sturdy manifold vs a well flowing one. I'm thinking of over reinforcing it when you could have a better flowing manifold that still holds up . I'll post it if I ever find the part I am talking about
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Only excessive penetration will cause issues with flow, not a "well penetrated" tube. That is where some of the skill comes from in welding; knowing how to control heat and filler to get the correct amount of penetration. There will be no problem with strength if the manifold is welded correctly without any inserts.
I've seen that episode of Musclecar a few times and do enjoy the show. But some of the stuff they do makes me wince. Other stuff they do is amazing.
I've seen that episode of Musclecar a few times and do enjoy the show. But some of the stuff they do makes me wince. Other stuff they do is amazing.
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Only excessive penetration will cause issues with flow, not a "well penetrated" tube. That is where some of the skill comes from in welding; knowing how to control heat and filler to get the correct amount of penetration. There will be no problem with strength if the manifold is welded correctly without any inserts.
I've seen that episode of Musclecar a few times and do enjoy the show. But some of the stuff they do makes me wince. Other stuff they do is amazing.
I've seen that episode of Musclecar a few times and do enjoy the show. But some of the stuff they do makes me wince. Other stuff they do is amazing.
I have personally created very nice looking welds on the surface, and even at a good glance at the back side, but when I cut the tube apart and stared *really* closely, I saw evidence of sugaring. Only the smallest amount is what it takes; its like a tiny little chip in your windshield.
Just my $0.02. Maybe I'm just an **** ****.
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Yeah, but we're talking a set of headers, not necessarily the space shuttle. I'd rather accept a tiny bit of imperfection on the back of the weld then stick in a sleeve. Or, just backpurge or use flux.
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But you're forgetting not every one has the skill you do. I don't but I'm working on it. I have used Backing rings on steal pipe, pipe as in ¼" thick steal pipe I was told by some one who has done that as a job for the last 26 years that he still uses them. but then pipe is a lot different than exhaust tube.
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I think the point here is that there are better methods, like back purging or using flux on the back side of the weld.
If you are MIG welding, there is no hope, you are probably going to get slad or over penetration anyway, because the wire is pushing the molten metal in.
If you are MIG welding, there is no hope, you are probably going to get slad or over penetration anyway, because the wire is pushing the molten metal in.
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There is always more than one way to complete a project and these clamps are a good alternative to welding. I wouldn't worry about decreasing the maximum flow rate of the exhaust. I would worry more about protecting the bare steal finish to increase the life of your creation. VHT makes a nice bake on ceramic spray paint.
Wrapping a pipe to hold the heat in decreases the effective inner diameter of the pipe and reduces the flow rate. It also causes the metal to fatigue faster, carbonizes the steal, and retains moisture. Wrap isn't used by any professional racers.
Wrapping a pipe to hold the heat in decreases the effective inner diameter of the pipe and reduces the flow rate. It also causes the metal to fatigue faster, carbonizes the steal, and retains moisture. Wrap isn't used by any professional racers.
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