found this on hobart site: Q: Why do my welds have worm tracks? A: Worm tracks can be a common issue in both gas-shielded and self-shielded FCAW processes, especially when welding in the flat position. They occur when gases fail to migrate fully out of the molten slag as the weld solidifies, resulting in a distinct mark on the weld surface. Excessive voltage is often the main culprit, so reducing voltage is the best remedy. Follow the filler metal manufacturer’s recommendation for the proper welding parameters for the diameter of wire being used. Moisture in the wire can also cause worm tracks, so be sure to store the filler metal in its original packaging in a dry, enclosed environment when not in use.

(Waiting for Adam to realize, that a hole and flange in his table, would allow him to use it inside too.) 🙂

@peterbaiter6880

2 жыл бұрын

He's got 1 inside

I like the CAD program for the gussets. (Cardboard Aided Design)

Great job Adam. Finish out that beautiful fabrication by rounding over the tops of those gussets to blend them into the column. Nice!

Adam you have my complete empathy brother. As a student shooting film projects in college, audio problems was always the damned absolute bane of my existence.

This is more like our old school heavy duty Abom - love the big turnings from the motion days, parking attachment, round welding table etc. - great stuff-!!

You can tell the quality of work, by the way he keeps his shop, and treats his tools.

@enterBJ40

2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely. He really appreciate his tools and the manufacturers who made them. Some are from his grandad who later were his father and now belongs to him. He show great appreciation for his Sharps calipers that once belong to grandpa. I respect that.

Mr. Pete is a big proponent of CAD - cardboard assisted design. Great video, as always, thanks for your efforts.

I’m just loving this project, Adam. It’s got a little bit of everything (turning, boring, tapping, welding, etc.). Looking forward to seeing the final build and watching it lift something. 👍

Abom seems like the type of guy that learned everything from his father. Awesome work 👍

Extra heavy duty Abom lifetime truck crane got to love it it will outlast the truck

I may be missing one, but I believe filming a welding project is the single best way to to find a giant flock of "experts". KZread is a beautiful thing.........maybe.

@greasemonkey2014

2 жыл бұрын

Anyone who has ever welded also tends to be an “expert”

I've got a 2-ton shop crane like that. I didn't mount it to the hitch, but I welded on an off-set axle and some large wagon wheels, so I could tip it up and wheel it around easily "offroad." Replaced the front leg wheels with some wooden pads, to distribute the load. I use it almost exclusively for ripping out shrubs and small trees (I'm a landscaper).

"If there's slag, you drag" -my old welding instructor. Maybe try that and see if it helps? I'm just throwing a suggestion out there. Enjoying the build and cheers!

Thanks for allowing us to look over your sholder🤗😎🤗😎

I've been watching you for years. You keep saying your not a welder but the beads sure look nice!

18:28 Quite the understatement. 27:37 Right before Adam addressed it I wondered to myself how many glove safety comments there'd be. Those gloves are great and pose no danger in that application.

The professionalism, skill and love of work is so refreshing to see!

The latex gloves you wear while using the grinder also give you better grip on the parts. So safer there. Plus with the gloves being able to rip easily that allows you to notice you're getting too close before some skin gets taken off. So safer there. I think you're much safer with the gloves than not.

@demuskumarius

2 жыл бұрын

Gloves are as safe as you make them.

Thanks Adam for saving the original sound and close-ups, very helpful

TWD for the "worm tracks"... Increase your Tip to Work Distance a bit to stop the arc force from driving shielding gas into the molten puddle. The slag is already solidifying before the gas can get out thus its trapped between the slag and metal causing the little grooves. Just a thought, but it has helped alleviate most in my .045 Dual Shield welding.

@adameveritt40

2 жыл бұрын

Having more of a drag angle will also help. Cheers!

Adam I love watching you create! It is nice to see you having fun on your projects again!

I am mildly concerned that Abom got confused, and thinks a truck crane is a crane that can lift a whole truck :)

@ericg7044

2 жыл бұрын

Well since with Adam everything is Abom sized his truck must be to scale too. When he was building that motorcycle rack for the front, that was actually a regular full size bike!

@demonknight7965

2 жыл бұрын

If ABom built it you can lift a truck with it lol

@klauswunderlich6169

2 жыл бұрын

He's gonna flip the truck over before that crane breaks, that's for sure. 😁

@sledgeoc

2 жыл бұрын

"If it's worth doing then it is worth overdoing" - Mythbusters

@RobertBrown-lf8yq

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Adam. Fantastic build mate 👏👏 I bought a little Ute-crane ( Pickup-crane) that I was going to mount in a similar way ( off the hitch and extended down to ground). I’ve now worked out that I can build a mount to hang it off my 600kg mobile welding jig table. At my age, EVERYTHING is too heavy to lift 🤣🤣🤣. Again….. great job and excellent skills mate 👍 Regards Robert ( Sydney, Australia)

Adam Run a long bead on scrap and watch to see if the worm tracks re-appear and disappear again. If they do, you might have rust on your welding wire (on one section of the spool) or just some bad wire. I have had this happen with new wire rolls that had small holes in the spool bag stored on concrete floor. Keep up the great videos! Thanks for your contributions to the community. Long live Abom79 :)

Can’t wait to see the final video, and y’all have a great day and stay safe and healthy!👍👍👍👍🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

for a second there i was worried you gave in to the complainers..... Glad it was just you forgetting the mic and you came back and explained it after.

Really enjoying this build project. You might want to think about blending the tops of the gussets in to the square tubing. Right now they look rather sharp and pointed. A place you may get snagged on. Thanks for allowing us to follow along.

i advise all perfectionists to watch these videos, when you said you were going to leave the bit of weld showing, i knew you were goin to clean it off. when you were going to use either a grinder or a belt sander i knew it was goin to be a belt sander🤣

Looks Great ! Thanks for sharing !

Looks like a very Strong winch your making ,very handy to have on the pick up truck. cant wait to see it finished and operating

Your "I'm not a welder" welds are better than some "I'm a welder" welds! Show us how to cut off and manufacture shorter bolts Keep em coming!!!!

@metalbob3335

2 жыл бұрын

It looked great, I agree.

Saw your post on Instagram about that little table for the portable bandsaw. Thanks for sharing that. I can't quite justify buying a really serious bandsaw, but I think this would suit my needs really well. With this you get a portable saw and one with a table, which is awesome. Nothing I need to bandsaw needs more precision or power than this.

Said before that it might be well to be able to mount it on your flatbed trailer. Thinking now that it could also be adapted to use on the welding table. I have a small Harbor Freight crane in my p/u. Think I'm going to put adaptors on my trailers and welding table.

Hey buddy! I switched to a more tapered nozzle and it solved the worm line problem for me. Experiment with some different nozzles. Also two much gas flow will cause turbulence. Also remember to drag the dual shield slightly just like you would with your 7018. I'm sure youll have better results with a slight drag. Much love Abom. Oh also! Try more wide feed. Dual shield likes tons of wire feed!

@wirenut003

2 жыл бұрын

I was going to say that about the gas you can hear it ,also the amps and volts maybe too high

Boy I could sure hear that tap wind up on the third hole. All kidding aside. I can sure tell you take pride in your work. You can also lay a deep bead that looks as close to perfect as I’ve ever seen. Thanks again Adam for a great video

Great Build Adam, I LOVE your commitment to precision !

I just enjoy spending time with you buddy. You’re a good man.

Thanks Adam, really enjoying this build.

Design/build is my happy place. Modifying existing stuff with what you have on hand to make a new gizmo is more fun than a barrel of monkeys to me, and this is SO like a project I'd do. As always, I'm soaking in all the great tips and techniques. Adam, you are a treasure to guys like me. Half a lifetime of professional knowledge just put out there for the taking is an insanely great thing. Thank you. :)

I'm just in awe of your stick welding skills. That is amazing to me. Beautiful work.

Daggum! That is extraordinary! Please share with us the stump removal, so long as your mom does not mind the filming, of course. This was very informative.

CAD cardboard assisted design 👍😊

In the words of Bad Obsession Motorsports "there's nothing like a good gusset" 😁👍

On something structural like this you should always wrap the corners when your welding never stop in a corner

@guyloughridge4628

2 жыл бұрын

Question here: Without adding in the gussets the lower weld points would likely not stand up to the task... so gussets are obvious. I am NOT a skilled welder like you. This is a question, because I do not know the answer. In real day-to-day use the stress will still be transferred to the top of the gussets. Is this super strong now?

@WoodNMetalWorkshop

2 жыл бұрын

I noticed the same thing, but with the gussets on the corners I don't know if it would make a difference. But best practice is to never start or end a weld on a corner to avoid stress risers.

@WoodNMetalWorkshop

2 жыл бұрын

@@guyloughridge4628 sorry I meant to answer your question after my first post. Anyhow, the gussets are there to transfer the stress to the bottom plate in essence making a larger footprint. While strengthening the attachment between the two pieces. Hope that helps. I might have explained it better in my jib crane build video.

WORM TRACKS If I remember right one of the techniques recommended by hobart brothers consumables was to point the gun back into the puddle 5-10 degrees or so, this will keep the gas around the puddle longer. we called that pulling the puddle instead of pushing. might be worth a try Awesome content Adam thanks so much!

I've welded a handful of times only, and that looks like perfection to me..... Thats looking good.... Great ideas and explanations as you work...Cheers.

Weld bead looks great Adam! Your way to tuff on yourself... you do a wonderful job on things your passionate about!

This build is absolutely kickass Adam. You're a great machinist, welder, and fabricator. I kinda laughed when you said you'd buy new bolts though. Why not take those 4, chuck 'em in the lathe, and turn them down shorter? 😸 It would only take 10 minutes or so. Thread a nut on, chuck it in the 6 jaw, cut them off, chamfer with a file, and remove the nut. Golden. 👍

Good video, plenty of different operations, good progress, reminds me of the big rotary welding table build.

We always had a little dry ice to shrink the other part. The problem is when you have two extreme temps, the heated part could jump around before setting. Great video. Love the old Miller tig machine in the back.

He just can't help but build it right to the best of his ability because he's good at his job

You are a great welder too. Very nice work it is going to be really strong and bring peace of mind.

My second job got in the way of seeing your work when this hit. Worth the wait I appreciate the techniques you are involving us into with your show. Thank you.

Looking real good Adam, you might want a mount on your trailer also. Cheers

Can’t wait to see the truck that pulls this crane!!!!!!

Ah yes, using good old CAD - Cardboard aided design

@sithus1966

2 жыл бұрын

It's the go-to design standard for Mr, Pete.

Gotta say Adam, I really am enjoying the project installment videos. Especially a personal project like this. Great work, as always.

Hey Adam... I like how you still show your work. I don't mind watching longer videos if there is something to see. Well done.. Russ

Enjoy your projects and you explaining why you do each step.

Anything you do i love to watch keep up the good work brother

Not sure if it’s been said already but to get rid of the worm tracks, try baking your spool of wire for 24hrs at 150* before use. It’s a good idea to keep the 7018 in an oven before use too.

@stancloyd

2 жыл бұрын

Especially in Florida. Here in Arizona I get away with it. I bet he has a rod oven.

Anything worth building, is worth over building! Nicely done. I would be proud to have this on my truck

It looks good. Can't wait for it to be painted and everything done. Look forward to see it finished soon.

Worm tracks in dual-shield is usually due to the voltage being too high. I had the same problem, turned down the volts a little and it fixed it.

Nice work on a nice project. Looks really good. It's always good when something you're building comes out exactly like you envisioned it.

Adam, for the hoist upright where the cylinder lower bracket is, there's a natural pocket where they enclosed the two side flanges with a cross plate. You'll certainly collect water there again if you don't allow for drainage. A 3/16" hole right in each corner at the bottom of the pocket will ensure drainage without impacting the integrity of the reinforcement. Even if you don't intend to use it in the wet and leave it, allowing for drainage still helps avoid accidentally dumping a cup of water on yourself when stowing the crane.

I think using nitrile gloves while grinding is actually a good idea. Also if you handle any oils, solvents etc. Nice to see that you use a lot of nitrile gloves. My father didn't use back in the day and used to get his hands covered with solvents, oils and grinding grit. It really shows now a few decades later, his skin is properly **cked.

@supremecommander2398

2 жыл бұрын

using gloves of any kind next to a fast moving machine is generally a bad idea, and eg. in germany prohibited by work safety regulations, no matter how thin they are. For protecting your skin from oils and solvents, there are easy to use and effective cremes.

@CB.5

2 жыл бұрын

@@supremecommander2398 If you would catch those gloves in a fast moving machine, they would rip off before you would even know it. If your hands are that weak you probably should not be near machines.

I love the sound of a good mig weld.

I started looking at the videos when you made your hitch Crane thanks for the great videos that you make it's opened eyes lot God bless Chris Robb South Africa

Beautiful weld beads! Always great fit and fashion. I think you meant setting the "parameter" rather than "perimeter" of your welding positioner.

Enjoying the build. Solid practices and lots of Fireball Tool aids! 👍 😃

For fun you just can't beat a project that uses almost every machine in the shop!

@sithus1966

2 жыл бұрын

If only he can work the shaper in somehow.

Looks great man. We ran into similar worm lines like that on mild steel as well. We were running .045 lincoln dual shield, tried switching wire to Weldcote brand. That worked a lot better. Turns out the spec on the wire called for 75 25 gas and we had been running 90 10 the whole time for both wires at about 35 cfm. After gas switch no more problems. Keep making great content 👌

3:15 - he can't resist playing with it - I'm not at all surprised. This is just the job for walking away and enjoying a cup of coffee !

Killer quality work man!!!

We used to use an old electric skillet with motor oil. Heat the oil and place the bearing or gear into it for a bit. Heats it evenly and will not blue the metal.

Great heating and interference fit!

Worm tracks common with dual shield welding can often be cured with a slower travel speed and a bit less amperage. Those welds are just fine by the way!

Gotta keep a little space when you use dual shield. Getting your nozzle too close doesn't allow the flux to get a preheat before it's consumed. Should keep it more than 1/2" and less than 3/4" away from the puddle.

What a happy Adam as the flange just fell into place. 😊

Mounting pin Protection: Adam if you want to protect the mounting pin while not in use, make a storage plate/tube one to mount it in the truck bed & one for the work shop, that way it's stored out of the way & protected when it's not in use.

@taomicioli

2 жыл бұрын

or a slip fit nylon cap similar to the bushing

That crane base isn't going anywhere, nice job.

Worm tracks with a wire that is flux core comes from not quite enough stick out. The flux isn't getting hot enough before the wire melts into the puddle. Add a little bit longer stick out and it will go away.

Thanks from Russia for the detailed video, it was useful to me in my work

It’s nice to see you arc weld again, I’ve not seen it for a while

Good job my friend can't wait to see the rest of it for sure have a blessed day🙏👍

This is one cool project!

its always a pleasure to watch you work , many thanks

Another episode in the continuing saga of "FAB-Bom" builds a Hitch Crane! Looking good Adam!

Have a good day, Adam: I admire your wonderful work ... P.s. If you weld electrodes, I warmly recommend ... the following electrode holder: ELECTRODE HOLDER - ORGINAL FIX (Swiss made). P.s. I have been using this extremely compact electrode holder for over 40 years. For me there is nothing better ... than this. He has wonderful handling, extremely compact, extremely robust and very light in weight. For everyone who welds a lot of electrodes and has to weld in awkward positions etc., this handle is the best electrode holder you can buy! For information . There is this El. Holder in 2 different sizes. But I recommend the No. 1 or the smaller size. Size no. 1 goes up to 250 amps and is sufficient for most welding tasks up to an electrode diameter of 4.00 mm. The No. 2 up to 500 amps up to 6.00 mm electrodes. P.s. Once you've held this handle in your hand, you don't want any other electrode holder. The price for size no. 1 is also wonderfully cheap = approx. 40 CHF. ( in Switzerland ) . I wish you a good (better) time and the best of health. Many greetings from Switzerland (Lake Constance) Walter

Worm tracking is usually caused by moisture being trapped in the slag. Try a longer tip to work distance also if you have slag you should drag.Also dual shield should be treated like 7018 a heated dryer area. The flux in the wire we’ll pull in moisture.

I've been a mechanic and fabricator for 25 years I recently bought a used crummy little smithy combo it's kind of a turd but it's opened up a whole new world and another tool addiction because now I want a bridge port at a Bigger Turner

Awsome episode! Keep rocking!

Que lindo trabajo, me encanta tu canal saludos desde Argentina!!!!

Adam, thanks for the tip on the torch noise. I' ll remember that one! Regards, Eric

Wow I didn't know Machinist can weld.. Great job Adam I am only teasing with you not being a ass towards you because you do really awesome work and I do enjoy your videos Sir. Thanks for another great video .👍

Looking great! I like following along on a build like this, even if I'll never build exactly this, many of the steps and elements are useful for other projects.

The color is amazing, very ClickSpringy.

@utidjian

2 жыл бұрын

And that is how new adjectives are born.

Adam does CAD. Cardboard aided design, that is.

Love my Swag Off Road table! It's not cheap but it's 100% America which is always nice!