Weld Reinforcement Plate to Base

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Quick little repair on a post base spike saved myself $40 #diy #tools #welding #reels #fix

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What happens here

First, measure the dimensions required for a new reinforcement plate using a tape measure. Cut a piece of 1/4-inch steel plate to these precise measurements. Position this cut steel plate onto the bottom of the cleaned mailbox base, ensuring it fits securely and flush. Then, use a MIG welder to fuse the steel plate to the base, adding significant structural integrity and preventing future breaks at this point.

Goal: Add structural integrity to the mailbox post base.

Tools and materials

Chipping Hammer — Removing slag after welding
Mailbox Base — The lower portion of the mailbox post being reinforced
MIG Welder Arc Captain — Fusing the steel reinforcement plate to the mailbox base
Steel Plate — Providing reinforcement for the mailbox base
Tape Measure Milwaukee — Accurately measuring the steel plate dimensions
Welding Clamps — Holding the steel plate in position during tack welding
Welding Gloves Miller — Protecting hands from heat and sparks during welding
Welding Helmet Miller — Protecting eyes and face from intense light, heat, and sparks during welding

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after it. Man, I'm not sponsored by Arc Captain, but I absolutely love the machine. Uh I don't even It It doesn't take much to throw down halfway decent welds. I'm going to go ahead and clean this up. We'll weld the bottom post on. We'll get it painted up and throw it back on the post.

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