Therefore, I now need to know what to do about a really crummy bucket. What is the general thinking on these? It looks like I am going to need to cut the bottom out and replace it - what is the standard thickness, etc.?
I'm comfortable welding 1/4" and it seems like that should be OK - probably thicker than what's there... Also - my bucket has several pieces of extra steel welded inside it - they are about a foot long and 4 inches wide - they are not patches- what is the deal here? Also - I often see buckets with lots of rows of weld bead on them - what's that for?
Thanks in advance! I'd love to hear what you've done and maybe even see some photos! - Chuck
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