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it's been said, but not by me, that it's not strong enough. 89eliminator is correct.
x2. I'm far from a good welder, but those are not safe welds at all. I would keep practicing on some spare steel until you can get a better quality weld for it. Or you can go the fastest, safest and and most efficient route; have a professional do it.
You mean there are people you can pay that know how to weld? :shake: