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Posted 11/15/2017 5:39:21 PM
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Will use this information to do the same testing on my Batman v Superman DOJ/Justice League Batmobile

Relevant Tire Observations:

Tire construction, diameter, width, inflation pressure, temperature
(heated SAM-43 Super Swamper tire to 100-degrees with an electric
heater), and loading are all inter-related to the final tire
measurements.

The bigger the tire the more the measurement error differences between
the cold non-mounted and wheel mounted heated and inflated tire.
Note: Once tires begin to roll the friction between the road and
flexing of the tire begin to generate heat above the environmental
heat.

Not much of a problem with Bat Vehicles that use a fairly conventional
tire but a major relevant source of error measurement for the dually
spacing of the Tumbler’s rear tires and even more so for the Batman V
Superman DOJ/Justice League Batmobile fender well/assembly clearances.
vertigo

“One very important thing I learned when working out the rear dually
wheel setup on my Tumbler is just how important it really is to mount
one of the rear SAM-43 Super Swamper tires on a 16.5 x 12 inch rim and
weight loading the setup with 1500 lbs of weight before taking
relevant measurements. My rear dually setup plan is to have 2-2.5
inches between the dually mounted tires. Had I not taken the time to
do this set up testing prior to planning my rear dually setup I would
have made some major measurement errors as the attached photo-images
illustrate.”
vertigo
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Posted 11/18/2017 6:04:08 PM
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Using welding rods/electrodes that have absorbed too much moisture is the number one cause of bad welds for the non-professional and home welder.

How to Prevent Hydrogen induced Weld Cracking and Porosity Problems.  Part One

Lincoln Welding Corporation

“Electrodes for Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) or stick electrodes
must be properly stored in order to deposit quality welds. When stick
electrodes absorb moisture from the atmosphere, they must be dried in
order to restore their ability to deposit quality welds. Electrodes
with too much moisture may lead to cracking or porosity. Operational
characteristics may be affected as well. If you've experienced
unexplained weld cracking problems, or if the stick electrode arc
performance has deteriorated, it may be due to your storage methods or
re-drying procedures.

Follow these simple storage, exposure and re-drying techniques to
ensure the highest quality welds, as well as the best operational
characteristics from your stick electrodes.

Storing Low Hydrogen Stick Electrodes

Low hydrogen stick electrodes must be dry to perform properly.
Unopened Lincoln hermetically sealed containers provide excellent
protection in good storage conditions. Opened cans should be stored in
a cabinet at 250 to 300°F (120 to 150°C)

Low hydrogen stick electrode coatings that have picked up moisture may
result in hydrogen induced cracking, particularly in steels with a
yield strength of 80,000 psi (550 MPa) and higher.

Moisture resistant electrodes with an "R" suffix in their AWS
classification have a high resistance to moisture pickup coating and,
if properly stored, will be less susceptible to this problem,
regardless of the yield strength of the steel being welded. Specific
code requirements may indicate exposure limits different from these
guidelines.

All low hydrogen stick electrodes should be stored properly, even
those with an "R" suffix. Standard EXX18 electrodes should be supplied
to welders twice per shift. Moisture resistant types may be exposed
for up to 9 hours.

When containers are punctured or opened, low hydrogen electrodes may
pick up moisture. Depending upon the amount of moisture, it will
damage weld quality in the following ways:

1. A greater amount of moisture in low hydrogen electrodes may cause
porosity. Detection of this condition requires x-ray inspection or
destructive testing. If the base metal or weld metal exceeds 80,000
psi (550 MPa) yield strength, this moisture may contribute to
under-bead or weld cracking.

2. A relatively high amount of moisture in low hydrogen electrodes
causes visible external porosity in addition to internal porosity. It
also may cause excessive slag fluidity, a rough weld surface,
difficult slag removal, and cracking.

3. Severe moisture pickup can cause weld cracks in addition to
under-bead cracking, severe porosity, poor appearance and slag
problems.

Re-drying, when done correctly, restores the electrodes' ability to
deposit quality welds. Proper re-drying temperature depends upon the
electrode type and its condition.

One hour at the listed final temperature is satisfactory. DO NOT dry
electrodes at higher temperatures. Several hours at lower temperatures
is not equivalent to using the specified requirements.

Electrodes of the E8018 and higher strength classifications should be
given no more than three one-hour re-dries in the 700 to 800°F (370 to
430°C) range. This minimizes the possibility of oxidation of alloys in
the coating resulting in lower than normal tensile or impact
properties.

Any low hydrogen electrode should be discarded if excessive re-drying
causes the coating to become fragile and flake or break off while
welding, or if there is a noticeable difference in handling or arc
characteristics, such as insufficient arc force.

Electrodes to be re-dried should be removed from the can and spread
out in the oven because each electrode must reach the drying
temperature.

(1) Pre-dry for 1 to 2 hours. This will minimize the tendency for
coating cracks or oxidation of the alloys in the coating.

Storing and Re-drying Non-Low Hydrogen Electrodes

Electrodes in unopened Lincoln cans or cartons retain the proper
moisture content indefinitely when stored in good condition.

If exposed to humid air for long periods of time, stick electrodes
from opened containers may pick up enough moisture to affect operating
characteristics or weld quality. If moisture appears to be a problem,
store electrodes from the opened containers in heated cabinets at 100
to 120°F (40 to 50°C). DO NOT use higher temperatures, particularly
for electrodes from the "Fast Freeze" group.

Some electrodes from wet containers or long exposure to high humidity
can be re-dried."
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Posted 11/18/2017 6:15:24 PM
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Using welding rods/electrodes that have absorbed too much moisture is the number one cause of bad welds for the non-professional and home welder.

How to Prevent Hydrogen induced Weld Cracking and Porosity Problems.  Part Two

Welding Rod/Electrode storage issues.

In a low humidity 70-degree environment most welding rods have an
eight hour exposure time after the package is opened before moisture
begins to have some intruding effect on the rods.
High humidity will drop that to 4-hours.
Many structural welders don't use rods after 4-hours of air exposure.

If moisture appears to be a problem, you can store the remaining
electrodes from the opened containers in a heated cabinet at 100 to
120°F (40 to 50°C).

Welding rods/electrodes come in 5LB, 10LB, and 50LB containers.

Per pound rods sold in 50LB containers cost the least but require a
heated box to protect them from moisture.

I solve my moisture exposure risk by buying my welding rods/electrodes
in 5-LB sealed packages.

18-rod per pound X 5 = 90 rods

I usually weld at a stick use rate of 12-18 rods per hour depending on
the welding complexity of the project.

6011 rods cost me around 3.60 per pound (18.00 for 5 LBS)

I usually use most of a 5 LB package in 8-hours.

If any remain I seal them in a plastic tube bag with a vacuum food
sealer and write the time exposed to the air since opening the
original package. I also break down a 5-LB package, and immediately
seal them in plastic tube bags with a vacuum food sealer, 18-rods in 4
bags, 9 in 1 bag, and 3 in 3 bags. These I use for small welding
tasks. The stray rods with moisture laden flux coatings I hit against
my steel welding bench to knock the flux off, put them in a plastic
storage tube, and use them as weld filler material.

NOTE: I don’t use welding rods on my Tumbler with more than 8-hours of
total air exposure time since opening. I use the rods with more than
8-hours exposure for other general purpose welding tasks.
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Posted 11/19/2017 5:31:53 PM
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planning and/or building a Bat Vehicle.

How I Prevent Bites from Spiders Hiding Inside Welding Gloves and Jackets.

Ever worry about finding a black widow or brown recluse spider inside
your welding gloves or jacket?

Here is how I protect against this.

After I finish a session of welding I hang my welding jacket and
gloves up and use an electric fan to dry them sufficiently. Once dry
I put them into a plastic truck with a few dozen moth balls in the
bottom. I learned this trick from a professional welder.

Never found a spider after using this method but I guess one could
still get bit if a spider wandered into their gloves or welding jacket
a few moments before they put them on. vertigo
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Posted 11/19/2017 5:59:22 PM
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Ever found yourself welding in a low light situation?

Like inside a Bat Vehicle?

I modified a welding helmet by mounting a miner’s light on the top
with small bolts.

Often thought about the need for a helmet light whenever I found
myself welding in a low light situation, but forgot about the need
after the situation was over.

See photo-image if you have a similar need. vertigo


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Posted 11/24/2017 4:35:00 PM


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good idea
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Posted 11/30/2017 4:51:56 PM
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Received a personal email asking,

“This might seem like a dumb question but I was wondering why your
Tumbler build is all up on blocks? It looks like two or three feet.
Thinking about building a Batman Tumbler and was wondering what parts
need that much clearance from the floor to install?

This got me to thinking about ergonomics as it applies to Bat Vehicle builds.

I will incorporate these elements of ergonomics in my physical DOJ/Justice League build.

BAT VEHICLE BUILDING ERGONOMICS: Part One

Ergonomics: The applied science of equipment design, as for the
workplace, intended to maximize productivity by reducing operator
fatigue and discomfort.
Note: Shares many aspects with TIME AND MOTION ANALYSIS.

As related to Bat Vehicle building we are looking to complete our
builds with as little as possible physical fatigue and wasted
time/money. And remember that wasted time is also wasted money or the
loss of time that we could have spent on something of more value to
us.

WORK PLACE (build location space and core setup) EFFECTIVENESS

So, to answer why my Tumbler is being built a couple of feet from the ground.

I don’t have to crawl or kneel to work on my Tumbler.

I can sit in a chair or stand to do almost all of my building tasks.

Setting up your Bat Vehicle build so that you can sit or stand greatly
improves efficiency due to improved working posture, less exertion,
less fatigue, fewer motions, and better ranges of heights and reaches.

People working in awkward and uncomfortable postures commonly make
many mistakes.

Bat Vehicle Floor: I don’t have the steel floor installed over the
floor frame and will not install it until I absolutely have to. This
allows me to work inside my Tumbler while standing. Easy to see the
demanding physical discomfort and time saved working this way.

Fixed Build Location: I don’t have to spend time moving my Tumbler
from place to place to work/build on it. More time saved.

SUMMARY: By using a fixed build location and modifying the
accessibility to allow you to do most of your Bat Vehicle building
tasks from a sitting or standing position you will eliminate most
physical strain/fatigue and increase your build hour productivity by
50% and most likely much higher, depending the particular build task
at hand.

Note: A good way to test and grasp the effectiveness of accessibility
variables in reverse is take a few current tasks that you would do on
a table or bench and try to complete them on the floor. Try building a
plastic model or completing a jig saw puzzle. vertigo


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Posted 12/1/2017 5:13:15 PM
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BAT VEHICLE BUILDING ERGONOMICS: Part Two

The right tool for the job readily available at hand when needed to
perform a particular task. Best seen as an extension of the hand or
magnification of the individuals abilities.

Tools Availability

Most of us, at one time or another has spent hours looking for a
particular tool to do a small job that took only a few minutes to
complete once we found the tool.

TOOL AVAILABILITY

Before I started my Tumbler I had a lot of tools stored all over the place.

So, I started my physical progression on my build by creating a large
shelving unit made from 2 x 6s, concreate blocks, and Home Depot
orange tool boxes, big enough to hold and organize all my tools.
Probably took fifty hours work but that time spent organizing my tools
has saved me from hundreds of hours spent on looking for tools and
related accessories. I can find any of my tools and their related
accessories in a couple of minutes without all the drama and
frustration that go along with hunting missing tools.

After organizing your tools and accessories you will need to correct
the primary weakness to most tools.
FAILURE TO MAINTAIN ACCESSORIES

Nothing worse than needing a tool on a Sunday, holiday, or after
closing time, and finding that you are missing the expendables.

Most Common:
Drill bit sets missing commonly used drill bits.
Saws without back up saw blades.
Angle grinders without extra grinding/cutoff wheels.
Die grinders without grinding tips, etc.
Sanders without disk
MIG Welders without extra wire feed tips.
Plasma cutters without extra cutting tips and related accessories.
ARC Welders without welding rods (electrodes)
Oxygen/Acetylene cutting torch/welder without extra cutting tip or gases.
(I use a full-size Acetylene cylinder and two ½ size oxygen cylinders.
This use ratio allows me to average 4-oxygen cylinders to 1-acetylene
cylinder and I am not restricted by the weight of full-size oxygen
cylinders.)

SUMMARY: Routine failure to use methods of tool organization, timely
expendable replacement, and ready accessibility, will decrease build
hour productivity by 25% and most likely much higher, depending the
particular build task at hand.
vertigo


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BAT VEHICLE BUILDING ERGONOMICS: Part Three

The right materials for the job readily available at hand when needed
to perform a particular task.

MATERIALS AVAILABILITY PROBLEMS
Failure to plan for and/or project build materials ahead of need.
Material(s) Missing or insufficient quantities when they are needed.
Such as:
Steel flats, plates, tubing, etc.
Plastic resin, hardener/catalyst, mat, cloth, etc.

Failure to Prepare for closed supply chain (Sundays and Hollidays closed.

SUMMARY: Routine failures to use methods of materials need projections ahead of need will decrease build
hour productivity by 20% and most likely much higher. Depending on the particular build task at hand, a failure to project materials need could very well shut down the build completely for a time, unless an alternative building aspect that can be worked on exists.
vertigo
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Posted 12/5/2017 7:30:30 PM
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BAT VEHICLE BUILDING ERGONOMICS:
Part Four

EFFECTIVE USE OF LABOR

GOALS: Improve labor efficiency and lessen error.

Improve posture, position, and accessibility.
Bat Vehicle building tasks from a sitting or standing position will
eliminate most physical strain/fatigue and increase your build hour
productivity.
Fatigue has long been known to result in lost productivity and worker
motivation. Providing clearance, reducing exertion, and reducing
motions will speed up the time in which a Bat Vehicle builder can
complete tasks. Ergonomics specialists seek the causes of excessive
fatigue and ways to reduce or eliminate them.

Reduce wasted time and fatigue.
The easiest way, after improving posture, position, and accessibility
to reduce wasted time is to stay near the top of the evolutionary tool
scale. Many tools that began as hand tools have branched and evolved
into power driven tools. Example: My Milwaukee metal cutting circular
saw can cut ¼ inch steel plate at a rate of two-feet per minute
continuously. With a hand powered hack saw I might achieve the first
inch in 15-minutes and with my ever increasing physical fatigue I
would soon fatigue out.

Reducing Bat Vehicle building absenteeism.
Work that severely fatigues will not encourage people to work on their
Bat Vehicle build. Frustration aches, and pains, caused by ergonomic
problems are likely to affect Bat Vehicle building morale and
encourage avoidance.

SUMMARY: Routine failures to use methods of labor efficiency will
steadily decrease build hour productivity and increase Bat Vehicle
building physical and mental fatigue until nearly all those that began
a Bat Vehicle build will eventually abandon their builds. vertigo
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