1997 dodge ram 1500 4x4
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12-04-2012, 06:01 PM
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The frame has factory welds on it, which was then PWHT to normalize the properties. Prior to those steps it is hydroformed.
You are able to weld on the frame, however, it does take care to attention as the web is ~1/8" making it susceptible to blowing through.
The technique will be dependent on what you are planning to do. Know that many frames of these 2nd Gens have been welded on for all kinds of things from cracked frame repairs, coil bucket reinforcement/repair, mounting for rock sliders, complete cutout and replace, and various other fabrication.
Get to work.
You are able to weld on the frame, however, it does take care to attention as the web is ~1/8" making it susceptible to blowing through.
The technique will be dependent on what you are planning to do. Know that many frames of these 2nd Gens have been welded on for all kinds of things from cracked frame repairs, coil bucket reinforcement/repair, mounting for rock sliders, complete cutout and replace, and various other fabrication.
Get to work.