Welders in Atlanta?

I cut and reset the yokes on my Scout front axle to add caster. Now, I need someone to weld the axle tubes back to the yokes before I can stick it under my '72 CJ5. I only do mig and I understand this job has to be done with a nickle-based stick to effectively combine the mild-steel tube to the cast-metal yoke.

Anyone know of a good welder in Atlanta, preferably one who has done this before? I spoke to a shop and an independent guy. Both had no idea what I was talking about. I'd rather not have a yoke break loose on a trail.

Thanks.

 

I'd post a message over in the Southern Jeeps forum:

http://www.southernjeeps.org/phpbb/index.php

 

Good idea. I don't know why I didn't go there first.

I found a guy on their vendor page. He's going to do it for me this weekend.

 

You might also try some axle builder and/or drive-shaft builders around town, they've probably done this before. There are a few in the Marietta area.

If you're on the north side I know of two weld shops, but not sure if either one can or will do what you need.

Edit: Whoops...looks like I posted at the same time you did...I guess this advice is not relevant.

 

Norm, I'd LOVE to know who you recommend ...

 

By the way, the "C"'s are cast steel, NOT cast iron so high nickel rod is NOT necessary to weld. There are procedures to follow but if someone says that find someone else to weld them for you. Wish you were local to me, I'd weld them up for you. I've done at least 50 of 'em with no failures.

 

Just curious, Nick...would you share some of the welding procedures? Thanks.

Rich

 

The guy that's going to do them for me said the same thing.

Thanks.

 

The trick is to be sure the yokes are not canted off square with each other, and that the weldment weight is even around the shaft or they will be out of balance. Not as critical on weight on the front shaft as hopefully you won't go 70 MPH in four wheel drive.