I liked to use drag rod til I got the hang of it and over the gun-shyness of
the contact. You might try something like 7014. I've never found a rod that
was easier to use. and except for out of position welding or penetration of
thick metals, I think its a pretty good hobbyist rod, and the keyword is
hobbyist.

Most of my welding has been pans and struts for concrete stairs and
suspended slabs, and my own repair welding as a backhoe owner/operator.

just my two cents, Byrd


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