Backdraft Posted September 5, 2012 Share Posted September 5, 2012 I learned earlier this evening that its not a very good idea to weld and grind in cargo shorts, flip flops, and a T-shirt. I already knew it was dumb, but it was one of those last minute "I really need to do this or it'll never get done" moments. I did get to momentarily enjoy slag falling between my foot and a flip flop. Anyone else have bone headed moments like that? Just a side note, I did use a welding helmet and safety glasses. Protect the eyes, screw everything else. :thumbsup: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TylerJY Posted September 5, 2012 Share Posted September 5, 2012 Arc welding. My jeans were frayed. I was wondering why I was still warm after turning off the welder and standing up, by the time I looked down the flames were almost to my knees! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mpace6a Posted September 5, 2012 Share Posted September 5, 2012 Arc welding. My jeans were frayed. I was wondering why I was still warm after turning off the welder and standing up, by the time I looked down the flames were almost to my knees! done basically the same thing. using an oxy/acetelyne torch, no clamp, figured i'd just hold it in place with my boot since it was a low table. small spark landed on the frayed part of my jeans, right by the heel of the boot. got pretty warm quick Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
knever3 Posted September 5, 2012 Share Posted September 5, 2012 I was torching rivits on a Durango ball joint and I was wearing my standard shirt and pants work wear and the guy watching me said "your shirt is on fire!" He kept repeating himself, I told him "if it bothers you then put it out", and kept working. :rotf: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fiatslug87 Posted September 5, 2012 Share Posted September 5, 2012 ...cargo shorts, flip flops, and a T-shirt...welding helmet Same as you and in the back of the MJ, under a tarp. :nuts: Luckily I was using Oxy-Acetylene, no splattering. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xjrev10 Posted September 13, 2012 Share Posted September 13, 2012 I used to do lots of heavy welding on mining equipment. I was on fire and burnt everyday! I miss those days tho! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Comanche County Posted September 13, 2012 Share Posted September 13, 2012 Heed the fire gods, appease them and weld thy Jeep, burn thyself, be happy and drive! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neohic Posted September 13, 2012 Share Posted September 13, 2012 Arc welding. My jeans were frayed. I was wondering why I was still warm after turning off the welder and standing up, by the time I looked down the flames were almost to my knees! That's a huge no-no with our students. If one of my guys shows up in the shop with frayed jeans or holes, we've got a some welding chaps waiting on stand by. These are no ordinary chaps either! We're talking one-size-fits-none, way-tight, crotch-grabbing leather pants. It's only about once a year that those need to come out to make an example of someone. Hmm... education. :laughin: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TylerJY Posted September 13, 2012 Share Posted September 13, 2012 I was warned about them at the beginning of class. I just forgot. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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