Weld On Batwings?

Anyone ever used these? Is there a trick to welding to a forged ford I-beam axle? These came in a "kit" from eb*y. I'm kinda scared to use them even though I have a certified welder to do the job. I'd hate to break one loose going down the freeway...

 

The welding procedure should be the only issue and you've got that covered by having a "certified" welder do the welding. The axle is forged steel and the brackets are steel, a compatible combination.

Frank

 

Shouldn't be any problems. Be sure to put them on correctly I think the cut out notches dictate the Caster.

 

The cut-out notches dictate the fit to the axle. The caster is set by adjusting the ends of radius rods where they mount to the batwing brackets.

 

You'll still want to 'V-groove' the plates where they contact the axle. Carl Hagan

 

Do not forget to PRE HEAT the forging to about 250 - 300 degrees it will be a much stronger weld

 

Thanks for all of the help! I had heard about pre-heating forgings before welding but wasn't sure.

Caster is set by both the radius rod ends and the spring perch angle on the frame - 6 degrees...