Welding on BSA's ?

[LJ.]

Okay... I'm not a welder but I've just bought one of these 'Inverter' Arch welders because a friend reckons it'll be a doddle to use. (Let's hope so!)

Is there anything I should disconnect on the bike? for example the battery, original regulator? can any harm be done if no disconnections are made? I plan to weld...If I can!  some extra high feet on the worn centre stand on the B33. Also the side stand needs a weld to stop it rotating on the frame.

And how easy is an 'Inverter' arch welder to use for a complete newbie?

[chaterlea25]

Hi LJ,
It all depends on the quality of the welder and the welding plant
Practice and practice on lots of scrap  pieces,
Why not remove the stand to add the weld?
An other thing that will fu*k up welds is dirt and paint
Attach the earth as near to the welding site as possible
I would disconnect any electronic components just to be on the safe side

John

[duTch]

 *definitely* disconnect whatever you can- at least the battery DAMHIK

[kiwipom]

 *definitely* disconnect whatever you can- at least the battery DAMHIK

   Dutch, ynot what happened,cheers

[duTch]

...Quote from: duTch on Today at 07:51:33


     *definitely* disconnect whatever you can- at least the battery DAMHIK

   Dutch, ynot what happened,cheers

 KP I feel you having a lend here, but the short story;

 

..... when I did my aforementioned misdemeanor, I knew full well about isolating the job from the vehicle, but somehow had a massive brain fart and because I was welding a steel beam not part of the 'tilly I had it supported by the edge of the tray.... ....

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