Hi, I was planning on moving the coil spring perch's on the Dana44 on the back of my TJ to bring them back level under normal circumstances, due to a suspension lift then arm adjustments to realign the pinion angle. I am planning on using my TIG it has HF or Lift start as an initiation sequence. What safety precautions would be recommended in relation to the electrics on the vehicle before beginning to weld.
Any information would be greatly appreciated.
Cheers Nick
Keep the ground as close to your work as possible and stay away from the gas tank. Coasty
I usually disconnect the battery as well, but I may be off base on that. Figure it doesn't hurt.
Carl
I have done plenty of MIG and SMAW welding on vehicles with no problems, but considering the effects of HF with TIG, I would disconnect the battery ground to protect components. Perhaps not necessary, but it couldn't hurt.
Bill,
Tarps?
Carl
Not off-base at all. It is a very good idea, and most auto companies recommend this as well. There is a risk of ruining the computer. Even static electricity can damage an EPROM.
Chris
Carl S wrote:
What do you use the tarps for?
Carl
Carl
It would be kind of difficult to throw the tarps under a Jeep? Thats what I figured the F.E was for, and the hose. I certainly wouldn't want a tarp thrown on me if I was on fire. I would hopefully remember to stop, drop, and roll.
Carl
Good point, Bill. I can't wait to tell my friends "If I catch on fire and start running around, tackle me with this blanket". I can see the misery now.
Carl
Watch how they /did/ it.
Things have changed in the last 20+ years in the TV/film biz, almost exclusively CGI now.
Watch a fireman or a paramedic or a rescue crew; they work with real, unprepared people, not other professionals who paid to get set on fire.
SOP these days is fire extinguisher FIRST -- and a good dose, better to freeze than fry -- plus some cooling agents or topical painkillers, THEN the blanket.
And then quickly to the nearest hospital or better, a Burn Unit.
I have a great idea. If I weld in the nude, I'll be less likely to catch on fire. I'm a genius! Who needs some welding done?! >BFG<
Carl
Of course a fire extinguisher:
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