Using improper welding techniques causes many weld and/or
frame failures. The following information points out potential areas of difficulty
and provides general guidelines for successful frame welding:
| • | Most weld failures occur at the end of the weld in areas of the
frame under high stress. |
| • | Eliminate the ends of the weld by making a hole or slot in the
part to be attached . |
| • | Use a fillet weld around the slot or plug weld. |
| • | Do not leave a notch at the end of a weld. |
| • | Do not overweld, especially areas of the frame that receive high
concentrations of stress. |
| • | Weld small cracks in a crossmember. Refer to
Frame Repair
. |
