Arc Gouging with an SA-200??

Hey guys, Here goes nothing! Many people say you shouldn't arc gouge with a Lincoln SA-200 welding machine. Is this true?? Well, Hang around and see if It is possible without ruining your machine. Todays project has us removing the factory mounting brackets on this small Kubota Excavator bucket and replacing them with customer provided units to fit his machine. There are some decent video clips of the gouging and welding for your viewing pleasure. ha. Either way, Kick back, enjoy and hopefully you are able to pick up a couple/few pointers to add to your toolbox of knowledge. Thanks for the support in advance and Please consider subscribing. It helps make these videos worth the effort.

[@CuttingEdgeEngineering]

A new IC Weld video *puts down tool* must be time for a smoko break 😂looking forward to watching 😎👊

[@ShainAndrews]

Same... and I don't even smoke. LOL.

[@ricktricksfixx5970]

Puff,Puff,Pass Klitoris

[@kurtswayze]

Lol will be watching the CEE upload after this 😂 love both you guys!

[@quinspruell2630]

Liked both of your guys videos today. Got into CEE because of Isaac now you are both some of my favorite channels. Merry Christmas from Idaho.

[@ICWeld]

Same here. Ill be watching Kurtis tonight.

[@garytompkins3761]

Great video. Retired Cat mechanic here..We air arced and welded with big 7018 sticks all day long with SA-200's and no problems other than the longer the longer they ran the hotter the arc got. Anyways I think the interstate highway system was built with these Lincoln welders!

[@neiltryhard1307]

Thank you for showing the old SA 200 arc gouge, the machines that helped glue this world together, love it

[@philbert006]

I think maybe they did more tearing it apart 😂 seriously tho, what a cool old machine? Do you think they used that same model machine the factory putting new ones together, or used some really ancient tombstone machine? Of course now, robots do it all. But 40 or 50 years ago when they were really cranking that stuff out.... Maybe they were using an old Miller diesel machine? Would explain how the sa 200 managed to stay together that long. 😅😂🤣

[@pshodean]

I like that "if you can step across it, you can fill it" . I'll remember that phrase. It's fun watching you weld and your dry sense of humor is icing one the cake. I'm new around here, but one video and I'm in.

[@ICWeld]

I appreciate it man. thanks for the support

[@stevewarner8880]

I love to hear my old 1966 SA200 working. Music to my ears. Lincoln got it right with those

[@timothypirnat3754]

Issac, you are a legend because you do things right. You strive to do your personal best. What a great role model for your son.

[@hfraat25]

Something therputic about watching you work. Pure class job. 👏

[@badger305]

That SA-200 is a fine machine, I used one for years on heavy equipment repairs. It's the standard many other machines are made by. Just hearing it idle up and back down brings back memories.

[@metagoat]

That's a good customer giving you everything needed for the job in high quality. It's amazing how easy you make these heavy duty jobs look.

[@fls360]

When I was a young man my father once told me to never criticize another mans way of doing things unless you tried and it failed. Excellent video IC! Weld done Sir!

[@Thrash155]

I'm telling you, when the SA-200 started up It made me smile.. :) Nice Issac.

[@arturocruz1993]

I strive to be half as good as you Isaac. I learn a lot from your videos.

[@brian_2040]

When you see the slag peeling up like that, you know you got everything right. This guy is good as they come for a man like me.

[@rhinomite5203]

With zero classroom or training, I had only heard the term arc gouging a few times, never really payed attention to it. After watching this one and another you did where you removed and replaced a trailer coupler, I'm definetly paying more attention. I only weld for myself to fix and repair because of the area I am in and lack of youngsters interested and availabllity of help. I have removed and replaced 100 or more trailer couplers and that gouging technique will be my next for sure, very cool video. MAtter of fact, you can't wathc your videos without learning something, sometimes not about welding lol.

[@CSWmanofsteel]

Great video🤙🏼 I am presently working on a 8 ft loader bucket for a local dealership it’s a JCB 4 in 1 bucket and I’m using a big 40 Miller tow welder and it’s amazing for air arc and great for stick welding. All the younger guy were asking “what’s all that noise”?😁 they’ve never seen this used before. I love it for removing brackets and plates exactly what you’re doing. Great job Issac 🤙🏼🙏🏼

[@hskim099]

You keep saying "a little out of practice". You're just being humble (as always). Thank you for sharing another great video.👍

[@ICWeld]

I havent been stick welding as much as I have before lately. Ill be doing more of it to get back in the swing of things. especially with this SA-200 It welds pretty good.

[@abcertweld]

I like watching the entire process. I miss doing this kind of work.

[@Davemte34108]

Memories, at one point in my varied work life I was a certified welder using the SA-200 in the same way. Great job!

[@larrymasterspowerbuildingc4477]

Always a pleasure to watch the Maestro.

[@buckhorncortez]

Lincoln Pipeliner. There's a local welding repair where I live that refurbishes Pipliners, puts new controls, etc. and then custom paints them. Works of art that can make works of art...

[@cojones8518]

Didn't click in my brain until you welded the pins that you modded the bucket for a quick attach. Nice video, liked the hug view where you could see the separation line progressing as you gouged.

[@robertmanley7556]

Those are a good old tough Generator welders ......Arc Gouging is one of the things theses old Generator Welders were made for !! Very nice work my friend clean strong welds as alway's !! In my younger days I production welded buckets like this of all sizes.... Mig of course ....Robots have moved in and have taken those jobs away now ....sad for me I have always love to weld and take pride in my work . Also have done a amount of out of position welding when I was younger as well. I was a Boiler Maker for sometime and have used a few old Generator welders like this very good machines . Always a joy to watch you work you take pride in your work and do a fantastic job !! 👍👍

[@JonDingle]

A fine video to learn from young man so thanks for the upload. That Lincoln SAE 200 sounds fantastic, what great machine. Great work on the bucket too!

[@gordjohnson70]

Fellow Welders...... Hey guys, tell all your friends about this channel. More "likes" = more $$$ for Isaac.

[@BruceBoschek]

If you can step across it you can fill it. 😂 Another excellent video. That old engine welder did just fine and as you said, if you don't do a lot of interrupted or broken welds/gouges it should handle it without a problem. Thanks for your efforts to share your expertise with us. I is appreciated.

[@htownblue11]

Always a fun watch learning from you IC. And I saw Kurtis commented too! That’s awesome to know someone else as skilled as you respects your work.

[@TalRohan]

Got to say my welding has improved a lot from watching Isaac and I do a lot more stick than I used to now too. I almost always used mig even for big stuff and now I'm going the other way and even using stick for small stuff

[@deansweigert3158]

I enjoy watching a professional work. Been welding and fabricating for 40 yrs and I still learn from you. Thank you. BTW, I believe the saying is " ain't no hill for a stepper!"

[@ShainAndrews]

Operators... If Issac shows up and hands you a card. You're doing it wrong. LOL.

[@thomasgoad3695]

That engine running brings back memories. I run a tack rig some on pipeline, on steep hills in west Virginia

[@d.jensen5153]

Speaking of old welding machines, I weld with a machine I purchased in 1973 with paper route money. It's still my favorite.

[@chadneely5632]

I have a Miller Bobcat 250 myself, but the ranch I worked when I was teenager and early twenties we had sae 200 I always loved the sound of exhaust on them. They have a unique sound to them when you hear it you know it's sae 200.

[@KarnesMobileWelding]

You inspired me to start my own welding business. Your attitude and outlook is the motivating positive thing. Thank you man

[@markfryer9880]

Just remember to keep on top of the bookwork.

[@memorynscars1985]

It's always nice watching your handy work with the reverse welding!

[@billarroo1]

Always a pleasure watching a pro weld, great job. Thanks

[@Christopher-iu6lg]

Thank you for providing a real look at the gouging process. That is very helpful.👍👍👍

[@metclassroomforform4and541]

Enjoy watching you work

[@aserta]

Proof is in the pudding. Your arc gouging technique is beautiful.

[@denniscarter483]

Beautiful work as always !

[@billbray5995]

The master at work, great job as always.

[@mfc4591]

Got to love the sound of the welder(engine) kicking it up when you start welding. Have a great week end and thanks for the video.

[@ffgig153]

Thanks for the point of views. Good work on the bucket.

[@kelleypack1000]

That ol machine sure sounded good when you cranked it up.

[@LittellFarms]

Thanks for your time, welds look very nice

[@dennymarreesr6187]

Another fine job Isaac!! Wishing you and your family a very Happy Holiday!

[@joemehere1151]

You have a great sense of humour. I laughed so hard at this: "Relax, it's not falling off"! I have to remember that if anyone ever criticizes or complains about the looks of my welds. Thanks Isaac

[@edwardsmith9049]

Thank you so very much. I really appreciate you taking time to show us how you do arc gauging I never really new how you found the seam it all looks very hard. Thank you again. A nother great videos. Keep up the great work.

[@robbybachmann332]

Thanks for using the SA 200, the same welder I use around the farm

[@ls2005019227]

Thanks for another awesome gouging/7018 burning video! People get addicted to a lot of different things......& I am clearly addicted to watching your videos- Great job on the repair and the video (especially the ultra clear arc shots!) and thanks again.

[@ercoconnor6806]

Just finished up on a 988 bucket, loved that pipe wrench idea that would’ve helped, thanks again for the info!

[@jameswalshjr]

Another excellent video. No matter what the project, simple or complex, there is tons of detail, great explanations, and demonstration of techniques. But never boring. Looking forward to the next video, the next project or technique. Great content as always. Keep up the good work!

[@emtfireman813]

I can honestly say I've never seen that. Excellent work!!!

[@patrickcolahan7499]

Always like watching you weld and gouge. Learn little techniques every time. Thanks very much for sharing.

[@petermccuskey1832]

Absolutely beautiful job . I still relied on stick very much due to wind. Great to see the SA 200 working. The machine I first started with many years ago. Stay safe .

[@garethjudd5840]

9pm here in the UK. Have a great day 👍

[@mandylad]

10am here in co Donegal in Ireland.have a great day too 🇨🇮

[@coupster5464]

Learnt on a old Lincoln decades ago.. neat to see a stick at work.. Thanks Isaac.. like the background music track too

[@garymurt9112]

It seems that Everytime I watch one of your videos I learn something new. Like using the pipe wrench or Cresent wrench for an arm support.

[@michaelwuest9944]

I like your improvised steady rest!

[@4speed3pedals]

I like the arm rest you used. Great idea. Thanks.

[@HardwayRanch]

POV behind the hood is fantastic - thanks!

[@bettybert]

Still learning at 73, "GREAT VIDEO". Artistic style and professionalism. BEST WISHES AS ALWAYS FROM ACROSS THE POND.

[@ICWeld]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@kevinknight470]

Used the older Lincoln and Hobarts for years doing production welding and carbon arc, never had any major problems. They were good tough basic machines. Thanx for sharing.😄

[@wirenut003]

Because it,s an old welder does not mean it is terrible, it will probably do a better job than the new ones. Great job again now the contractor can get back to work to earn that money to pay you.

[@bombardier3qtrlbpsi]

I have one of those beautiful machines only thing is mine's a 1967. Just a little older. Runs great. Nice job 👍

[@woldridgefencing9021]

I like these kinds of projects, quick and simple but you have to know what your doing. Gouging is something i haven't not done a lot of.

[@davidmunro1469]

Thank you Isaac . You are so lucky to have that machine. I have seen one work.😊😊😊

[@michaelweatherhead9470]

Thanks Issac for the video your great 👍👍. Take care of yourself and family ❤️❤️

[@kerrygleeson4409]

Ace job as always Isaac thanks for sharing

[@dcolb121]

Amazing workmanship.

[@johne189]

Thanks for the tour, IC! Sorry I'm late, but the video was just now recommended. Thought I might share my CAG experience to anyone who wants to read free recollections worth darn near their cost. I worked with heavy carbon steel plate, usually crack gouging and weld removal. I worked with round and flat carbons, usually in the 400 amp range. Application charts give recommend settings; usually DC, Straight Polarity - that's work clamp positive. Carbons of 5/16 round are probably recommended to run in the 400 amp range. My experience is different than what I watched in the video. I don't recognize the electrode holder shown, but they're all of the same principle - carbon brings the metal to melt, air blast ejects the molten metal. Typically my technique didn't involve any forward/back "pumping" of the electrode, although sometimes a side-to-side weave, or wash. Never had to preheat the carbon to get fast light-off. Typically I would position the electrode nearly flat to the work, hopefully with a good clear exit path for the firestorm. Lol I recall the intensity being much worse and more brutal than seen in the video. Something else I noticed... in my experience electrodes would quickly burn to a needle-sharp point and the most intense burn-off would be concentrated at the point. Not seeing the "pencil point" in IC's video. So... I wonder about polarity, adequate amperage and available air volume as demonstrated? All that said, it's tough to argue with success, and as demonstrated the bucket's ears were nicely removed. All I'm saying is that the technique is different than what I used.

[@bombardier3qtrlbpsi]

I see your # 1 helper came just in time.😄😄 When the job was done.

[@Digginok]

That settles it, I'm getting an arc gouger! Nice work!!!

[@madmodifier]

Awesome! I am getting a short hood sa-200 going and I had wondered about arc gouging.

[@ArcticBlues1]

Thank you for another very educational video! Also, its good to see your Mini in there after school :) You are a really good Dad and I am proud of you!

[@stevenakn1]

Fantastic work man 💯🔥🔥🔥

[@yeagerxp]

Good job 👍👍👍Thank you for sharing. Be safe 🇨🇦

[@bansheerestore]

Nice job as always!

[@7018dreams]

That old Lincoln is beautiful!

[@Daniel_cheems]

Great modification and an excellent job, as usual :)

[@Asomesauc]

I learn something new every video brother thank you and God bless 🙏🏻

[@TheThebinman10]

We used to use lincoln welders for air arc gouging all the time where i used to work at i loved doing it

[@jameslindley924]

Great Job !!

[@squirtdaddy3428]

Glad your posting mote often.

[@jamesmoser7948]

Love the sound of the ole Lincoln.

[@eddiemumau1155]

Great video! You tell it like it is... The best part!!

[@bigguns45acp]

Nice work as always. I have a similar job coming up where I am fabricating a root ripper for my tractors backhoe. It will be 1" thick ripper blade made from two 1/2" plates welded together, then hard faced. Which will be welded to a 3/4" base, then to fab up the pin plates and weld them on. Should be a fun project. I'll get plenty of stick/7018 practice in.

[@georgetarabini6552]

Fun to watch and educational too, how can you go wrong

[@johnearhart8811]

Awesome job as usual. God Bless

[@davidsnyder2000]

That bucket came out nice👍🙂 Nice work

[@metalman065]

Thanks Isaac, I always look forward to watching your videos, relaxing to me, I always tell my wife, I chose the wrong career, I should’ve chosen welder, I Love it, been welding off and on since i was around 12 till now at 57. I Still very much enjoy it. I enjoy learning and watching your videos. Thanks

[@ICWeld]

I appreciate that. I always wonder if its worth the effort but comments like yours help keep me at it. Thanks man.

[@kevinmccarthy9780]

Wow love the sound of that continental engine, need to get mine back out and dust it off.

[@downhilldaddy5282]

Another awesome video, keep up the great content

[@kennygray9013]

Sold my old SA200 pipeliner today. Didn’t use it much and have a weldanpower 8000 too. Can’t beat the old pipeliners.

[@quinspruell2630]

Great video Isaac. Merry Christmas from Idaho.

[@raymondhorvatin1050]

Good job Looks good

[@thomasbyzewski2687]

Nice work!

[@glenngosline1710]

Great job again.

[@Bigmike3406E]

I have and weld with an old Lincoln SAE 400 amp with a six cylinder continental engine . It has never failed me for over 35 years . Still burns rod with the best of them . A lot of hard facing hrs and welding cracks up on Cat scraper cushion hitches , first gouging them out and then welding them back ,great video and thanks for sharing . Your a top hand just like Kurtis I watch y’all’s videos and haven’t missed a one . It’s awesome that your son is following in your steps. Both my sons also are mechanic welders out here in Southern California working on large dirt spread subdivisions keeping the machines in the dirt day in and day out . 😎. That excavator noise is called job security!LOL

[@markfryer9880]

Is California going to have any hills left with the way those crews attack hills and turn them into housing subdivisions?

[@Bigmike3406E]

@@markfryer9880 Well yeah lol . If we run out of mountains we will just dig up the valley floors and make them 😎. Need low areas anyway to trap water instead of letting it just flow to the ocean . Water is getting a might scarce around these parts .

[@kelvinpen3144]

Another awesome video keep doing them 👍

[@richardellis3141]

nice work, great machine too, thanks for the lesson.

[@stevendufresne9994]

Great Job Happy Holidays 👍👍