Beginner pad

[Pid]

Got my self in some weird position on that last run some how went a bit off trying to get comfy again.

I forget to move my head sometimes end up trying to move my position half way again making the arc length wander and loose my way

 

[Bill Edwards]

Yep, altering position, holding a conversation and other such distractions really don't go well with welding.
It's well worth getting comfortable before you start, and try to visualize where the rod hand will need to go and make sure nothing will restrict it, such as the torch cable.

I find that if I can't get comfy (awkward angles, aching knees, pain etc), then the weld will probably be rubbish.

 

[premmington]

Yep, altering position, holding a conversation and other such distractions really don't go well with welding.
It's well worth getting comfortable before you start, and try to visualize where the rod hand will need to go and make sure nothing will restrict it, such as the torch cable.

I find that if I can't get comfy (awkward angles, aching knees, pain etc), then the weld will probably be rubbish.

Bill Edwards is so right! You have to get yourself in the right position, it just a makes everything so much more controlled!

 

[Kent]

Plan the run dry first then spend time expererimenting with different stances and holds till it feels the best you can make it. Lots of cheats to try when you have a hard one always consider bringing in something to prop off. Some you just can't make easy just better