austinsailor Posted October 31, 2009 Report Posted October 31, 2009 Some time ago I saw a thread somewhere, maybe not even here, where somebody was using a small tool that held two sheet metal edges together while they were welded. It fit through the joint, then a flat piece was put through a slot on the back side edgeways, the top side was made to tighten it up. It would basically clamp sheetmetal from both sides, then could be removed when the metal was tack welded. I searched the web, found them and bookmarked them. Some months ago my computer disk drive ate itself, and I lost the link. I don't recall what they were called, so it's hard to find them again. Would anyone have a clue what I'm talking about? I'd sure like to order a couple if I can find them again. Quote
oldmopar Posted October 31, 2009 Report Posted October 31, 2009 Not sure if this is what you need but eastwood has something like what you described http://www.eastwood.com/metal-fabrication/welding/intergrip-panel-clamps-set-of-4.html Quote
Norm's Coupe Posted October 31, 2009 Report Posted October 31, 2009 If what Oldmopar is showing in his link, you can pick those up at a welding supply store. Or, even places like Harbor Freight. Should have no trouble finding them locally. Quote
Plymouthy Adams Posted October 31, 2009 Report Posted October 31, 2009 (edited) yeah..as in a previous thread..Eastwood..4 for 30.00's...get them at harbor fregiht 8 for 5.00 of course if you just have to be a name dropper then there is obvious what one to go with..I have used mine from harbor freight and find them very rugged and up to the job..at one time they discontinued them..so I grabbed the last two packages in the store (per on line mother site) I have about 5 sets of these..they are like gold when it comes to doing a panel.. the other style there...coleco and the spring loaded snaps..lots of extra work in using these...holes to be filled after the panel weld..if using just for spot weld you may do okay.. do not overlook the flanging tool, pneumatic, will punch holes for spot welding and runs a stepped break along the edge to flat lay an adjoingin panel on inlaid patch... do not overlook the special vise grip style of clamps..these are handy as pockets on a shirt... a good assortment of the above tools will get you through mos trepairs without much a hitch..also a few welders magnets go a long way in holding a panel to spot in place..do nbe careful as the ceramic magnets will shater with direct heat applied..not fun.. Edited October 31, 2009 by Tim Adams Quote
austinsailor Posted October 31, 2009 Author Report Posted October 31, 2009 I had no idea what to call them or where to look. I'd never seen one in person. They'll help a lot when I start on the 48 panel I just bought. Which will probably be just after the 48 b1b is on the road - in November. Quote
cwcars88 Posted October 31, 2009 Report Posted October 31, 2009 I have several of the alignment clamps you are talking about, they work very well. Yes Eastwood has them, I got mine at a swap meet for less $. If you are working behind a blind panel that you can'nt get to after welding you will lose the 1/4 " pin that goes on the back side. When welding on a blind panel I use a 1/4" wooden dowel after welding pull the clamp and leave the wooden dowel there. You can also use the magnets from a speaker, they are very strong. Wayne Quote
buds truck Posted October 31, 2009 Report Posted October 31, 2009 I could not find them at harbor freight and the people there said they were discontinued, I found mine on ebay for a much better proce than eastwood and they worked great. Quote
buds truck Posted October 31, 2009 Report Posted October 31, 2009 The proper term is 'intergrip panel clamps.' but they are also known as butt welding clamps Quote
Norm's Coupe Posted October 31, 2009 Report Posted October 31, 2009 If you want 12 clamps for 30 bucks, instead of 4 from Eastwood, go to this link. http://www.northerntool.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/product_6970_200381757_200381757 Quote
greg g Posted October 31, 2009 Report Posted October 31, 2009 I'm partial to the butt clamp name. Quote
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