What if I smooth out this weld...

Balaclava · Post by **Balaclava** » October 22nd, 2008, 10:09 pm

If this weld is grinded down and smoothed out to look flush with the rest of the frame will it possibly jeopardize any strength in the chassis. I havent seen anyone do that yet and i think it would be sick!

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Neilios · Post by **Neilios** » October 23rd, 2008, 3:11 am

I would not as it would instantly make it a weak point!!!

juddy · Post by **juddy** » October 23rd, 2008, 6:40 am

I wouldnt do it myself,you cant guarantee all these weld have full penetration so I dont like the idea of taking off the reinforcement.It may never fail,but obviously you are increasing the risk.Personally I like the look of an evenly beaded nice ally weld.

lewisclan · Post by **lewisclan** » October 23rd, 2008, 6:42 am

A member here has had there bike frame crack at a right angle to that weld in 2 places .
I woulent grind it off.

pstoffers · Post by **pstoffers** » October 23rd, 2008, 9:06 am

lewisclan · Post by **lewisclan** » October 23rd, 2008, 9:21 am

And here he is

Balaclava · Post by **Balaclava** » October 23rd, 2008, 12:26 pm

holy shit i was about to start today, good thing i asked...thanks alot guys...

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What if I smooth out this weld...

What if I smooth out this weld...