Welding Intercooler Pipes

[blk92suprat]

Whats up everyone?

I have the DIY intercooler hardpipes from DM (aluminum) for some time now and I feel like changing up the piping layout.

Doing the route I want will call for some welding to avoid having 4 or 5 couplers between the TB and fender.

I've never had anything welded before and I do not have much knowledge about this.

What type of welding do I want on the aluminum pipes and how much do shops charge on average per weld?

Also, I have some pipes cut that are not exactly 100% even...its really not that bad but can it be successfully welded or do both surfaces have to be 100% straight.

Any other relative information on this subject is appreciated.

Thanks

 

[MDCmotorsports]

You'll want a shop that is capable of welding aluminum with a TIG welder.

I would expect 4043 welding rod to be used, but I have seen intercooler pipes made out of 6001-t6, and then I would go with the 5356 rod.

 

[williamb82]

the cuts need to line up to each other flush. completly flush. trying to fill in a gap on thin aluminum i/c piping would be a huge nightmare and youd be charged alot for it if they could even do it.

 

[honestabe]

I put my piping together with couplers and then took the Supra to a welder and had him weld it altogether as he saw fit. It's pretty easy to do, just take your time.

 

[just90gs]

You'll want a shop that is capable of welding aluminum with a TIG welder.

I would expect 4043 welding rod to be used, but I have seen intercooler pipes made out of 6001-t6, and then I would go with the 5356 rod.

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