stick welding test part 2

[@geraldfahey2681]

I'm a structural ironworker since 2002,this guy knows his shit better than anyone on youtube,thanks Jody

[@grant5439]

Glad to hear it, been listening to his vids waiting on my first stick welder. Time to learn something new.

[@moseseseseses]

This guy is a good welder, he is doing what he can to help welders all over th he world, he is taking his TIME, MONEY, EXPERTISE, ORATORICAL SKILLS, to covey to upcoming welders what they may never otherwise learn in the best of welding schools. For anyone to make the slightest remarks that would be critical or ungrateful is a disgusting shame to say the least, and has its roots in jealousy and ignorance and awful arrogant conceit. Everyone watching his videos ought to take time out and send him a word of most grateful thanks. He is helping you with a trade that can make your life successful, and comfortable for you and your family, he is a rarity because most welders will not help their fellow craftsman because they want to be top of the totem where they work. Send him a word of thanks because life is composed of the element of (TIME), and he is using part of his God-given-time, allotted to him on planet earth to enrich your life, so that you and your family can enjoy a comfortable subsistence to live off of.

[@YankeeinSC1]

+moseseseseses Jody has taught me enough to make the claim that as a self taught welder, the skills and techniques he has helped me develop, could earn me a job welding for a paycheck if I needed to do so. You're right, our collective debt to him is enormous!

[@jeffswanson5945]

moseseseseses , well said

[@Parents_of_Twins]

Damn right. I have learned a ton watching these videos and am very grateful for all of Jody's effort. Well said

[@jacobhulka9319]

Thank you jesus god of all that is perfect because humans can be perfect as well thats why christ died in the first place for us to be perfectly perfect just like him because its so realistic in this generation and it only comes from being taught these things at a young age to begin with not in churches and discipleships diseased with legalism and perfectionism and false expectations of super apostlism and strict obedience to every whim of god because he gave us the understanding he has obviously. Other than that yeah man i agree with you. This guy has some awesome skills and obviously never sinned before like so many others on the planet that we should all bow down and worship him and exalt his welding perfection throughout the earth. :)

[@matthix7403]

Amen

[@kenseitz1253]

i've been welding for almost 30 years implementing all types of welding principles. working on many different projects all over the place in the field and in shops.this guy is a great welder and has a great ability explaining proper protocol.also,machine set-up is important factor in welding.great job ! i as well like to show people tips on welding

[@threepines]

At the age of 56, I'm teaching myself how to weld. Two years ago, I taught myself how to paint cars. Your two videos have been the most helpful out of all the welding videos out there. I wish you couldn't have done a few car painting ones! LOL Your teaching manner is perfect.

[@simclardy1]

Judy is excellent. Check out "the gunman" for painting cars if you have not already found him. Cheers

[@jwwelder07]

Welders always have some negative to say to a fellow welders, I seldom know any welders who is nice to complement other good welders work, most of them does not want to admit that others are better than they do, typical but not very professional attitude! There is always a big room for improvement, practice is the key to a better welding skills! Jody you are doing a great job sharing your knowledge! Thumbs up to you brother!

[@carof08]

Welders are some of the most arrogant people on earth

[@brothajay9626]

I've been a welder for 18 years and I still appreciate these videos. The different techniques are always a plus. And any welder no matter the skill level or experience can learn new tricks or refresh your skill. Keep the videos coming.

[@thatcoolnerd955]

As someone who just started learning how to weld last year, I really appreciate these videos. I just started doing 3G 7018 test plates, and these tips have helped me out more than I expected! Thank you!

[@gwendatokomikahere7772]

Thanks for being so selfless man. This is my wifes computer but I am subscribed to you from my own. I did my Cert lll Engineering trade cert a few years back via RPL (Recognised Prior Learning) down under here in Western Australia, Perth and the trainer told me “When you get home, watch this dude. He’s the most comprehensive guy on the internet and his videos, in my opinion, are the best.” I’m about to do a weld test for a local company (which hopefully if I pass, I wont have to fly from home to work anymore). To watch your videos, although a bit out of practice I’m pretty confident that I’ll smash this ensuing test. I have other Māori brothers that like watching your vids too. My trainer was right. Your vids are the best. Thanks again bro. Travel well..

[@AC-yi3qb]

I am currently in a community college welding program and combined with the great ,very informative videos I watch on KZbin , l am learning very quickly. My welding program director/instructor highly recommends welding tips and tricks videos for all of the welding processes that I am learning. Thank you very much Jody for your help.

[@killerms2221]

I have an upcoming test on the 13th, plan to watch these two videos again at least once every other day. I always learn something new watching all of your videos, thank you for everything you do! :)

[@killerms2221]

I PASSED! Thanks again for your videos, they helped me so much! :D

[@bobbuilder8707]

Congratulations! I bought an everlast stick welder last fall and have been working way my up with classes to certification. I watch Jody's videos religiously.

[@lucasrobinson537]

That's cool. I will start practicing with my everlast welder soon. I love Jody's videos. He is such a great instructor.

[@8andsk835]

As a cwi the information you are conveying is not only helpful but necessary to learn when u get out into the field. Most welders I see do not pay attention to arc strikes out of the weld zone, porosity and especially undercut. Excellent video!

[@bearhead41]

I am a union carpenter for over 20 years we do a lot of industrial concrete with large bolts that usually require some type of steel stand and template that requires welding I have always been the goto guy since I grew up on a farm and had ROC welding in high school,the generals on the job are now requiring us to have a certificate and they should ,with the help of your videos and my local training center I have taken to the next level,you have been a huge help and inspiration, even though I am at the tail end of my career this is something I have always wanted to,with your help achievement has been possible ,a huge professional hand shake and thank you sir, god bless American tradesmen

[@bythesea49]

Hi Jody, lam not a welder but thanks to you and your videos l built myself a 4' x 8' x 2' utility trailer, you are a community builder always giving your best and never asking in return. Thank you and God Bless.

[@pnash814]

I've been watching your videos since I have gotten into the Ironworkers Local. they're quite helpful and pushed my skills up a few notches welding both in the booth and much more so in the field... Thanks for your time and efforts to make everyone a more skilled welder.

[@chadpayne5943]

thanks jody for all you help man you definitely are a golden arm!!!!!!!

[@Convoycrazy]

Every single one of these tips is valuable. Anyone in welding school working plate practice should start using these tips because well, at least my class you only get *one* shot to do it right or you have to pay for an additional test. Out of 27 students, I was one of two to pass a 3G test. Some failed before they even got the root pass in. It’s sad to see a pile of plates on the floor with X’s across them in paint marker. Do your research! Practice these tips!

[@weldingtipsandtricks]

@wickedcurve there is a link to part 1 at 26 seconds into this video

[@angelgaitan5257]

Hey Jody im an 18 yr old from California i really appreciate everything you do i take my stick certification test next Tuesday i wouldnt be in this position without you and your channel let alone feeling as confident doing so hopefully im able to lay those beads down good for my bend test again everything you have done on youtube is a true blessing to everyone thanks so much🙏🙏

[@thedolenorway]

Thanks for taking the time to make these videos, just bought an inverter and hope to gain enough skills to be able to repair some abused tractor implements and other stuff. I bet your videos can help me to learn faster from my mistakes then I would otherwise!

[@charliemctruth]

I was a welder for over 40 years and am now happily retired. I don't miss it, but danged if I dont want to burn a few rods...for old times sake !

[@TheKidDev]

I Just bought a cheap welder online . About $200 ! Nice little welder though Incase you need to weld anything around the house or have your urges to burn some rods ! Lol

[@melaniew77msn]

You do a nice job with your videos. I wish you did not get so many negative comments. I hope the negative remarks never force you to stop helping people. I hope you always keep in mind that most of the negative comments come from people who don't have as much knowledge in their whole body as you have in your pinky finger. Some people just don't know that a slight weave with the rod does not mean that you ran a weave bead. Had these people the training you and I have and work to numerous diffrent codes people like I have then they might listen a little more and talk a whole lot less. Every WPS I have tested and worked to outline max widths for what is considered a stringer and what is considered a weave bead. You can indeed run a stringer width bead with a slight oscillation. The most general rule I have found is a stringer does not exceed 3X the rod diameter without the flux and a weave will be limited to 3X the rod diameter with the flux. This video was never to teach a beginner. The scope of this video seems to me to be to help a welder with some level of skill learn to be better and help prepare said welder to take a test.

[@thatsameenergy]

Honestly the only people that would be negative about this are people that can't apply these techniques and failed the weld test because they suck. Stick welding is harder than mig but these tips are definitely the right stuff. A lot guys at our company watch his stuff. I recommend Jody to anybody trying to learn how to weld.

[@melaniew77msn]

Kyle Watson You are so right. This is good material for anyone who is trying to learn new skills or get back in practice.

[@thatsameenergy]

I love his stuff on tig. It's a very complicated process that he makes into something way more simple. Every thing he has put out that I've applied works great.

[@melaniew77msn]

Kyle Watson His tig welds are just sweet! Some experienced welders won't help young welders but this guy gives great tips shows practical and usable procedures with alternate methods also! It makes me sad that some people put him and his work down. If someone says they are better than him I want them to make some videos and prove it.

[@mmolloy4961]

Well said.

[@localcrew]

I took an adult education welding night class at my local vocational education school. I believe that I was in my late thirties when I did it. Best money I ever spent. Great teacher and helper and they would look over the student's shoulder as they welded and even guide their hands. Perhaps there's a similar option for you in your area. Either way, good luck in learning how to weld. It was one of the best things I ever did for myself.

[@darylt57]

Jody thanks for these great videos. Everything you do is top drawer. I looked through some of these comments and was glad to see some guys that have your back. Welding is an awesome trade and your videos are something to help people that are interested and get them motivated. Thanks for your time and efforts. My son is a welder straight out of welding school and I bought him all your CD's recently as everything i have watched has been very interesting and excellent in my opinion.

[@oby-1607]

Methodology is perfect in your explanation. Anyone not understanding your terms are not taking this test or need to pay more attention. A note, your grinder needs its cord repaired or replaced as where that wear is , is a typical failure point.

[@ramboolivers7573]

I would never have passed my BST test without this guy, thabks alot much apreciated!!

[@Treeezplz]

Gotta thank this guy forsher. Alot of guys can be pretty tight lipped about the tricks of the trade! And it's even understandable. People pay alot of time and money to gain this knowledge and insight! So thank you very much for the video!

[@SoEpicreviews]

i pass my stick welding test with this thanks jodie :)

[@res1492]

im not a welder but i find your videos very interesting, i sit and watch them back to back so if i ever needed to weld at least id know the theory Thanks

[@sblbulkhauling]

Thanks for the great video's they are a real asset - being someone who is in there 40's and cannot go to a tech school etc.. due to family obligations, but has interest in welding these really help out two thumbs up !

[@waynewright620]

I am taking my welding test next week. I might have to use this method. It save so much time doing it this way.

[@Dvx-nt9fp]

I am learning how to stick weld in school and these videos help me a lot to understand how to weave thanks for the videos keep them coming

[@RealTalk2612]

Was contracted to weld up bar joists. Explained to GM i was not certified in stick welding, only mig and tig, but he insisted that i come down and do the job. When i arrived I was instantly giving "the look" i usually get in indiana because of my race(black). I set up a practice piece and to my surprise welded it up flawlessly. He was reluctant to hire me but do to the need of a welder he told me to start.

[@prosperwuradah8707]

thank you jody I have learnt greatly from your tips and it has help me a lot I enjoy watching your lesson God bless you and give you more strength I am grateful

[@monstatronofficial]

Being consistent is the hardest part in my opinion. Ill do a bend test and fail the root but pass the cover or vice versa. Doing all that work up to the bend test and having it crack open is such a pain in the ass!

[@Jamestreeman]

These videos have changed my weld from that should hold to YES IT WILL HOLD... much appreciated.

[@Kruk11307]

Thanks for the tips. I passed my 3g test yesterday using your suggestions.

[@PeaceSTAR253]

an easy fast way to check the hight of the entire cover pass is to take 1/8th in plates and put them on both sides of the weld and run soapstone down it

[@davidmiller6981]

Thank you i worked from 16 yrs old till 65 never could get good welders to share info best were welders end of working years would pass on tips not threatend by new young guy schools do not have good teachers they teach because they cant hack it in the heat and cold and dirt

[@mseshinproductions]

Im taking Welding Engineering Technology and we were told that a larger weld bead (weave) generates more heat. larger and hotter heat effected zones get more grain growth because the metal is potentially held in Austinetic form for to long. Grain Growth basically means that all properties of the metal are reduced. More smaller welds (stringers) are ideal because they cool faster and the heat effected zone is smaller. Honestly though weaves are fuckin easy and weave whenever possible :)

[@MrMrWrench]

Another great video. I have often come back to this as a reference. Thanks again, Jody.

[@d.slater3958]

Great shots of the weld with the camera. Gosh those everlast welders have a sweet arc.

[@mercurycid]

also Arc, i cant tig like tips/tricks. and his positional work with mig makes me want get get better. im an ole tradie that loves learning, and does get better. professionals , college, mates who have experience, all have some thing we can use, me.. i have talent, drive and so many bad habits that ya cant poke a stick at em all. but i can learn anything if the right person shows me and i want to get better at my trade

[@tiagoesteves1942]

Good! I doing this teste in 2010 and get my certification. But i need to learn more and more. I like your job. you have a good hands. Good job.

[@izzysykopth]

Weaves are no longer allowed during testing. They are also banned in the field but some inspectors will allow it.

[@ToTheStarsSB]

izzysykopth maybe your field not mine. Nuke welder on navy ships.

[@ToTheStarsSB]

Hippocrab Weves that large arent allowed. you can only weave twice the diameter of the rod but weaves are still allowed.

[@izzysykopth]

Pipe is a different code than structural. I imagine you are TIG welding most of that pipe. AWS and L.A. City Dept Building and Safety codes allow for 1/4 stringers. Weaving even that far would leave a bead oversized.

[@justincase3192]

+izzysykopth Still allowed to weave on 3G 4G for the LA city structural test, and LA city has the most strict protocol and code there is. So yea, you can weave on tests lol

[@izzysykopth]

Justin Case Negative I just recerted and weaving is NOT allowed. Period.

[@josephpyatt1949]

I'm amazed you're able to talk and weld at the same time. Great video.

[@Iliketoweldandbraze]

I might have become a real welder if this type of information, easy access, was available in the 60s, good job

[@TexasLeverGunner]

@Krautattack0311 The weld will always be stronger when going uphill because you're getting more penetration. Think of it as scraping with a shovel. If you pull the shovel towards you'll scrape dirt towards you, if you try to push the shovel forward you'll dig into the dirt more. It matters with pretty much all forms of welding, that means MIG. MIG welding uphill can be kinda tricky, have fun!

[@johnny05123]

i really appreciate your videos they help me a lot. I have good instructors but they aren't always as complet in their explanations as you are. Thank you very much.

[@yzkid100]

great videos. taking my 3G test in 5 hours on 1" PL. Thank You!

[@nolanmythbuster]

This is a great video, i was wondering what amps you have for each pass? Root, 2nd pass, etc? thanks against

[@Iliketoweldandbraze]

I might have become a real welder if this type of information was available in the 60s, good job

[@toddpaulsen1396]

I haven't used the stick welding function on my Everlast welder before. It kinda looks fun.

[@MrShiftey13]

Thanks for the videos. I'm practicing now and looking forward to moving up in my company and begin welding.

[@ryanbumgardner7821]

Can you weave your cover pass? I’ve been practicing with 3/8 plate 1/4” gap and 22.5 degree bevel. I feel like after my root pass and next weave on top of that it’s ready for a cover pass seems like you had a lot of plate left to fill even after your second pass. Maybe I’m going too slow and feeding too much rod in

[@tadhiatt2627]

Super happy to have found your videos, much appreciated.

[@luvkountry]

Great instructional video that covers the basics.. Would like to see that plate cut into coupons and bent....

[@twlvestpper]

I am struggling with the 3g bend test. Usually because the face measures over 1/8th inch high. Im running at 105a on a lincoln. 0 arc control. Hot start at 6-7 Bend tests are good. Just failing the visual tests. Cover pass beads are convex. Today, ill try to turn the heat up some and move faster. Any advice would be greatly appreciated. Im in a welding school. 20hr/week. 10 month course.

[@jackross7_11]

So if i don’t pass my certification today all the schooling and classes I have took are for nothing? Will anyone hire a person who took a welding class for a year and some change but doesn’t pass this test ? I can mig weld but my school is making us take this test to get certified and the only time we are getting to use this set up 3g set up like this is today. We did not get any practice before hand so I’m a little nervous.

[@neilfriendly231]

Hes a legend! Really like how he gets to the meat of what matters. Been watching for a while. Finally scrubscribed! Keep up the awesome vids cowboy!

[@herpaderpa6474]

What size rod are you using I'm messing around with 3/32 and 1/8th the cover pass is what's tough for me I end up with low spot in the start and high spots at the end any tips ?

[@tannerbrassette1902]

whenever i stop my rootpass to get a fresh rod, ill check it and it looks good but when i look at the finish it always droops and idk why it does it and i cant seem to stop so any advice will help

[@ding0925]

I did some structural fab and welding (Bridge Beams) and it the coustomer wated to do a self install they had to sent their head welder to us and we would test them and the uphill test was just that ..2 similar plates were set up 6.5ft above the ground and set back at a 30deg angle..their man would work most of the day at it and the owners son would walk up at the end and Nail it...... He was 12..the head welder did not feel so good..lol

[@justinverbaux6474]

He answers your arc force question a couple of minutes into the video. He says he has his Everlast welder's arc force all the way up. It allows him to keep his arc really tight without sticking.

[@jareddesousa225]

Hey. Im taking this cert soon. The aws d1.1. My question is when you drag your electrode down to start the weave. Would that trap slag when u start going back up? I dont need to give it the bend test but it has to pass the x-ray

[@IWMman]

Good video dude. I have come back to this from time to time for help.( I don't do 3g everyday or in the last 4 years for that matter ) I have a question........I am using a Miller Multimatic 200 for a 3G test for the state of CO. I am at 97 amps on my root to get my burn into the backing bar but I am also getting undercut. Any suggestions? I am a little out of practice but with the testing at a $100 a pop I want to make sure I get it right the first time. I tested out on 1" plate in WI. with flying colors

[@TheLegendaryTaco]

I'm barely going to school for all this ,I guess I'm some what nervous transitioning over to welding because I've never done it . I feel like I can do this but any friendly pointer to a rookie from some vets for my first day and what is expected would be awesome

[@robincole2460]

@weldingtipsandtricks would you say that a v-wac gauge could give an accurate reading of the weld height if the plate is bent up due to heat during the weld process???

[@tcseacliff]

Hey Jody, if there is less chance of trapping slag and occlusions, why would they not encourage weaving?

[@slow_rollin_low8082]

Can you make a video of a weave cover 3G. Also on my tie ins I make sure I always break arc on the same side all the time im a righty so the right side for me. Then I strike the arc above and come down the left side of the groove and right at the crator I lengthen my arc a tiny bit and trace the outside of the thumbnail looking crator in 1 complete circle and then start on my way and I have had tie ins that were almost unnoticable

[@Geh4h]

@weldingtipsandtricks I'm doing open root stick welding with 1/8" 6010 & welding on 1/2" plate with 1/8" landing. Can u do some videos on open root stick in the 2,3,&4G positions, prep,fit up, & tips for open root stick test whether its structural or something else. For my hot,fill,& cap passes, i use 3/32" & 1/8" 7018, one for each plate for practice. Not only will this help me, but it will also help someone else. Thanx.

[@gdglock]

While your Tig finger may have been created for Tig work, it helped me today with stick! It's always in my greens. Who are the A-holes with negatives????

[@TexasLeverGunner]

@Krautattack0311 When you build a house, do you build it top down or bottom up? Uphill is the only way to fly for structural welding, and when you go get a job and they make you take a test, they want to know if you can weld uphill or not.

[@mrt4755]

SO WHATS BETER welding all tha way or burrning hot enough so the rod only takes u half way idk

[@icetea7130]

thank you, i like that you show how the stick go and the posessioning of your stick.

[@Jazzii_baby]

Thank you for all your help Jody.

[@bopdaddy69]

hello sir. you have the most helpful videos on you tube! I am about to take a welding coarse here in Cheyenne Wy. My nephew has started the class ahead of me and has giving me the heads up that nobody has been able to pass the X-RAY test to weld pipe? do you have any tips about how to pass this test? I will give you more details as to what he requires to pass. he makes you fill. and cannot have a bubble 3 32nds? or you fail!

[@ChrisHarris4U]

What filter do you put in front of your camera lens. I would like to video some of my welding. Great job. I love your series!

[@mercurycid]

when you do these certs , and tests the teachers make you aware of the requirements, mainly though in aust, you have to be trade qualified, or show rpl and skill, to even take the test so if your there you know and can do or your a student.

[@Drakemiser]

Do you recommend holding the stick to minimize stick vibration and have better control?

[@wildfireman13]

should you always lead up as opposed to trailing for more penetration at the test?

[@Skipperj]

Excellent videos sir.When I worked on board ships,a welder we had contracted used a needle gun to clean slag.And it worked real good,especially in tight spots.Is that an approved proceedure?

[@idus]

would this apply to ship welding, or heavy machinery welding with 1in thick steel?

[@Blatniausias]

what needs to be done by boiling stream vertically below 135 ceramic welding ?

[@austinhayden873]

Is there a required amount of tie ins you need to have

[@matthewphillips8124]

What amperage were you running for vertical up? I just took my vertical and overhead test.. I had such a hard time with undercut laying the stringers in the bevel..

[@brennandc]

If you do end up being taller than 1/8" on the cover pass, is it allowed to grind it back down so it's lower than 1/8"?

[@Harcoredneck234]

my instructor is saying for every pass after the root pass to rotate my wrist and point the electrode at the sides so is it possible instead of rotating my wrist just go from side to side to do the intermediate and cover pass?

[@rep1989]

when you take the welding test do they have your metal setup or atleast show you a diagram of what they want?

[@elijahjohnson1184]

Just curious but is using hot start and arc force controls on my Everlast welder allowed during welding tests?

[@r.ignacio.g6357]

Tiene buenos videos de soldadura se nota la experiencia gracias ayuda con mi desempeño en el trabajo

[@nealk6387]

For vertical up hill what is a good voltage to start?

[@jrcicirello]

Jody, I know this is a question coming from a 7 1/2 yr old video, but what brand of stick electrodes do you find easier to use? Reason why I asked is I bought some Hobart 6011 and they are having a hard time staying lit. Had a buddy come over and they did the same thing with 4 different electrodes. These are 3/32 Hobart 6011. I bought a new 5# box of Lincoln 6011 and not having issues like the Hobart electrode. Issue is solved but then again, being a self-taught novice, do you have any advice you can share as to what is better in brands, why is it better and is it possible that I got a bad batch of electrodes made by Hobart in these 6011? Thanks in advance for your time and attention to my question.

[@jrcicirello]

@Dennis Young Thanks for your response. I fixed those Hobart 6011s by baking them for about a week in a small 20# rod oven at 190 to 200 degrees. Now they burn like the Lincolns. I guess they collected too much moisture. Same thing happened to my 7018s but I did not own them very long, but understand the low O2 of the 7018. So, the $100 investment saved me on two different types of electrodes. Thanks again.

[@williamgrace3774]

Thanks for the videos I'm welding pipe to plate and angle iron to plate 5/32 7018 ,140 to 160 amps having trouble with ach blow, splattering like crazy any help would be appreciated

[@adamlewis1652]

156...and keep your arc tight

[@uaintgotnostyle3]

What arc control setting would you recommend when welding with e7018, in the overhead position on a test plate? With backing

[@farley34]

@ 6:43 are u weaving? the circular motion?

[@Awesomeification1]

Hey I have a question I'm trying to pass my 3g open root and I failed my root but I don't understand why its cracking on the bend test on the visual inspection it looks great plenty of penetration and my ripples look uniform do you know why this might be happening

[@Awesomeification1]

Thx

[@RealTalk2612]

Throughout the day he was critiquing every and even tried to show me what his weld was like( it looked like birdshit). I told him the conditions were not up to par and i needed to be able to clean the metal before welding. He then said it doesnt matter if the metal is clean and that the ground clamp doesnt need to be moved. I told him that a clean joint as well as a good ground connection makes a big difference

[@telosfd]

Thanks nice lesson. Relation between, sticks diameter and amperes?

[@AdamKyleAnderson]

Thanks for the videos, I wish my college tutor explained things the way you do.

[@turddfirguson]

weaving is nice but the aws 3g test I just took was only allowed to do stringers

[@onlyreallifematters]

could you do a G6 stickweld? i'm practicing it to get my certificate and i'm having problems. using 48.08 sticks....

[@dieselrider69]

Do you have any particular favorite literature on stick welding and TIG welding you would suggest for a welding student?