horiziontal flux core problem

[EL SOLDADOR]

I'm having trouble pulling my v groove horiziontal welds. I can push fine, but when I pull it I get a little roll at the bottom. any suggestions?

[James D. Clark]

I'm not an expert but I know one will ask you; what's the material, what machine, and what is the machine settings?:D How much is the stickout? Also, if you can show us a picture. But just the basics will probably give them a place to start.

[EL SOLDADOR]

the metal is 1/4 inch steel, and i don't have any picture yet.

[James D. Clark]

Hi El Soldadore;

What do you mean by "a little roll at the bottom"?

I did a couple of test pieces on some 1/4 scrap. Not the best, but maybe you can tell us where your roll at the bottom is located.

MM 175 set at 5.5/65 on 1/4 steel-beveled, using Lincoln Innershield NR-211MP .035 dia.

[James D. Clark]

2nd picture. Not very even. I take some distance before I figure out what I'm doing.;)

[EL SOLDADOR]

the roll is at the bottom it mainly happens when I cap the fillet welds.