JCB 3C2 - Front Loader repairs - which is the best rod for arc welder

[Yozza]

Ay up folks.
My ol' man is bringing his arc welder up at the weekend to assist with a large crack on top of the loader. I know there are a variety of different rods out there but would like to use the most suitable given the choice, can any of you good folk recommend or have any experience welding?

Cheerz
Yozza

[hubert]

Probably use a good mild steel rod like WB2000E or ESAB Mildtrode either 3.2mm or 4mm depending on the capacity of the welder. The smaller rod needs approx. 110-125 amps. The bigger rod needs 120-140 amps. Vee out cracks well and then start to weld.

[Yozza]

Thanks for the reply, (very concise). Good timing too, as I wanted to crack on tomorrow.

Cheers,
Yozza

[essexpete]

Yozza have you had much welding practice? Hope you don't take offence to me asking.

[Yozza]

No offense taken, plenty of mig but not arc, however, my Ol' man will be in charge of the welder. Have you any tips or pointers???
Yozza

[Rodney Booker]

Hope not to late but here in Aussie we use what is called Ferrocraft Rods first run penetrating welding rod then after that a capping run of Satincraft rod. these are from CIG SUPPLIES, but sure you would have an equivalent in UK good luck.....