Re: Welding casters to a "shop crane" base

Is that a sensible assumption?

Yes, you won't weaken the legs by welding to them - however, you'll trash
the bearings in the casters due to the heat. BTDT, got the weld-spattered
T-shirt. If the legs aren't wide enough for the caster base, weld a plate
onto the legs, then bolt the casters to the plates.


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