Welding Zone
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01/06/2026
Getting back on the 8010 after almost two years away from production pipeline work.
These are some of my first downhill cellulose beads on the job: root pass hot and clean, cap stringer wide with good wash-in and toe tie. Running 3/16" 8010 on heavy wall, still shaking off the rust but the muscle memory is coming back quick.
Felt good to burn that deep penetrating rod again. Pipeline welders, hit me with your honest rate 1-10 in the comments. How’s the profile, pe*******on look solid, anything off? Real feedback only, I want to tighten it up fast. 🔥🛢️ #8010
1/4-inch 6061 aluminum plate with a 1-inch OD tube stubbed through and TIG-welded from both sides using 5356 filler.
Full-pe*******on plug weld walked the cup clean around the clock—outside stacked into tight silver dimes that disappear into the radius, inside tied in smooth with just enough crown for strength, toes feathered invisible on both faces, zero undercut, mirror shine straight off the torch with subtle straw heat tint showing the puddle was dancing perfectly.
This boss is a mounting point that’ll see constant vibration, thermal cycles, and side loads without ever loosening or cracking. Lightweight, watertight, and dialed to perfection—aluminum pe*******on that doesn’t compromise. 🔥🤌
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