I keep a miller maxstar 150 in the trailer with a small bottle of argon so I have the option to tig weld if the broken part is way to thin to stick weld. I have it set up with a 110 plug but it can be set up for 220 by just switching out the plug. Fortunately only needed it once but it allowed us to make a parking lot fix and not ruin a weekend

 

I have a 110V lincoln mig with flux core I can use if the trailer is hooked to shore power, but I don't pack it for just in case. Usually I have a project that I didn't quite finish or a specific task in mind when it gets loaded.

I have seen my uncle use a pair of jumper cables off a Kenworth battery to make an emergency field weld to get a truck back to the shop once. I would not trust my welding skills to be able to duplicate what I saw him do.

 

I've got a Trail Ready portable welder that I've carried in the truck for my rock crawler. It's been used quite a few times for emergency trail repairs. Pretty handy tool to have. Can use two or 3 12v batteries.

 

Using an inverter and batteries really suck up the battery power fast if you don't have the truck or a generator running charging them. JMHO

 

Where and/or how are you guys riding that this is even a consideration?? I'm a plan B type of guy too but this is a little much.

 

You must ride dirt trails. I crawl rocks.

 

I don't know how the SxS batteries would fare. But, I've seen video of peeps in Jeeps arc welding on the trail with a couple batteries in series and jumper cables.

We do mostly rock crawling. I've never felt the need to bring a welder. But if I did, I might consider a small oxy/acetylene setup. When I was 18, I built my first motorcycle trailer with an oxy/acetylene torch and hanger wire. The welds looked like s*** but they were solid. LOL

 

I don't know how the SxS batteries would fare. But, I've seen video of peeps in Jeeps arc welding on the trail with a couple batteries in series and jumper cables.

We do mostly rock crawling. I've never felt the need to bring a welder. But if I did, I might consider a small oxy/acetylene setup. When I was 18, I built my first motorcycle trailer with an oxy/acetylene torch and hanger wire. The welds looked like s*** but they were solid. LOL

I don't expect SxS batteries to work. I will take the two batteries out of my diesel truck..

 

I keep a portable mig welder and small generator in the toy hauler for that rate occasion.

 

I have an ESAB Rogue 180 stick welder that I can run off of my Honda EU7000is if we happen to have the RV with us. The Honda mounts on the back of the camper. I don't have a toy hauler so we have to take two trucks which right now is expensive. I guess if I had one of those Powerboost F150s with built in generator I could carry a small mig with me.

 

Anybody keep a trail welder back in your truck? My diesel has two batteries that I could use. I am considering either making or buying one. Thoughts?
Depend upon what broke I could either haul the batteries and welder to the broke rzr or bring it back to the trailhead.

I have been stick welding for 35+ years so I don't need Mig or Flux Core...

I am the guy that they joke about "carrying a full Snap On box with me" but I prefer to be prepared.

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I saw a pic of someone using a welder that hooks up to a car batt. so you can do fast trail repairs does anyone have a recommendation for one or know why or why not to get one?

 

Couple rods and jumper cables is all you need if you’re looking for a true “trail” fix scenario. Leave the welder at base camp.

 

Antigravity batteries
They are very late batteries. Approximately 25% of the weight of a comparable lead acid battery.

 

Antigravity batteries

If people would upgrade to perpetual motion axles, which don’t break, there wouldn’t be a need for expensive antigravity batteries.

 

Anybody keep a trail welder back in your truck? My diesel has two batteries that I could use. I am considering either making or buying one. Thoughts?
Depend upon what broke I could either haul the batteries and welder to the broke rzr or bring it back to the trailhead.

I have been stick welding for 35+ years so I don't need Mig or Flux Core...

I am the guy that they joke about "carrying a full Snap On box with me" but I prefer to be prepared.

Thanks
tigwelderpro

Carrying a trail welder in your truck for on-the-go repairs can be a wise choice, utilizing the power from your diesel truck's two batteries. Consider factors like portability and power output when selecting or building a trail welder. Being prepared with this equipment can provide peace of mind and save time during off-road adventures.