andyd
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 posted on 14/3/03 at 02:10 PM |
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Quick release spigot welding
I think this has been queried before but I can't find where so I'll ask again... 
Thinking of using a SPA design quick release spigot and boss and wondered if I should get it TIG welded onto the steering column or will MIG be
enough.
I know it's a safety thing as obviously I don't want the wheel coming off in my hands but would a MIG weld have enough strength for most
purposes?
Not being a welding expert I'm not really sure about the difference between TIG and MIG just that I've read that TIG makes a stronger joint.
Opinions anyone?
Andy
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Viper
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| posted on 14/3/03 at 02:28 PM |
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Any type of welding will be more than man enough for the job if done correctly.
Tig is no stronger than mig its just a lot neater and the heat involved is more localised.
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andyd
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| posted on 14/3/03 at 02:48 PM |
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Thanks for the info Viper.
Just what I wanted to know. 
Andy
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David Jenkins
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| posted on 14/3/03 at 03:42 PM |
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Just one thing - if your car hasn't been through SVA yet, check that they will accept quick-release steering wheels. More to the point, check that
they will accept the particular wheel you're planning to use.
This has been a regular fail point, so people go to the inspection with the donor car's wheel fitted and change it after passing.
rgds,
David
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