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Old 12-07-2016, 02:19 PM
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Originally Posted by crystallographic View Post
I'm guessing that you used 4043 filler rod??
If so, that is why the cracks when working your welds. 4043 is filler for welding castings.
You should be using 1100 filler or 5356.
Base metal is 5052, filler is 5356.
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