electronics

[MTobin]

does anyone know for sure what to do when welding on the frame of the truck? I would guess the batteries are to be unhooked are there any other precautions to take???

 

[bpenrod]

Per Chryslers website and TSB 13-001-03:

WELDING:

Prior to welding, the following must be done:

1. Avoid welding near the fuel tank, fuel and brake lines or other components that may

be damaged by the heat of welding. If it is necessary to remove the fuel tank, lines or

other components, do it in accordance with applicable service manual procedure.

2. Components near the welding area which could be damaged by excessive

heat must be removed or adequately shielded.

3. Disconnect the battery(ies).

4. Precautionary measures should be used to prevent electrical system

components or wiring damage.

5. Frame E-coating must be removed from the weld area prior to welding. Use proper

welding techniques to avoid stress risers that may adversely affect frame performance.

AFTER WELDING:

1. Carefully inspect electrical components and wiring for shorts or other damage.

2. Apply an anti corrsion protective coating to the areas where the coating was removed.

 

[bpenrod]

Also per same TSB:

NOTE: DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION DOES NOT RECOMMEND ANY

MODIFICATIONS OR ALTERATIONS TO THE FRAME ASSEMBLY. MODIFICATIONS

OR ALTERATIONS (I. E. , HOLE DRILLING, WELDING, ETC. ) TO THE FRAME

ASSEMBLY ARE THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE PERSONS PERFORMING THESE

MODIFICATIONS OR ALTERATIONS. ANYONE ALTERING THE FRAME MUST

ASSURE COMPLETE RESPONSIBILITY FOR ASSEMBLY, PERFORMANCE,

RELIABILITY AND COMPLIANCE OF APPLICABLE FMSS REQUIREMENTS.

 

[MTobin]

thanks for the info,im not welding to the frame accually,ive modified a grille guard from a 01 to fit my 03 by welding it to the tow hooks in the front. im just going to tack then remove for complete welding. thanks again. mt

 

[SRadke]

Remove battery cables and ground as close to the weld as possible.



-Scott

 

[JLovas]

I've welded on my pickup a couple different times... just disconnected the batteries and never had a problem... just have to reset the time on your radio, but you don't loose your presets which is pretty cool!!!