need info on how to make welder that i can use on the trail. i know i need two to three batteries, some cable and stick, but what do i really need? also how do i hook the batteries up? I have a good idea on this but want other opions before i put this thing together
tia
shawn

http://www.pirate4x4.com/tech/on-boardwelder/index.html :flipoff2:

Battery Welding: here are some brief instructions on welding with batteries. First of all, you need at least two car batteries, but three is better. The reason for this is that you need about 36 volts to get a decent arc from the weld rod. You must wire the batteries in a series fashion. You can use a few sets of jumper cables to do so. The batteries must be as far away from the welding as possible! Also cover them with a blanket or tarp incase of an explosion.

Three batteries: From the first battery, attach a cable from positive to negative of the second battery. Then from the second battery, connect a cable from the positive to the negative of the third battery. Now, your welding rod cable will go from your positive side on your third battery, and the ground cable will come off the negative side of the first battery. Your ready to weld now! Be real careful!!!!!!

This will produce 36 volts and about 250 amps. .

{edit: I'm an idiot :D}