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Tip to start 6011 without sticking the rod

by Gordon Gibson
(Nolalu, Ontario, Canada)

I am currently using a Lincoln AC-225. Was having trouble with Fleetweld 180 (6011) sticking. Found that things got better when I learned to very lightly scratch like a match. The lighter the better. Heavy scratching results in a stuck rod for me.

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