2nd Gen Non-Engine/Transmission Welding on frame of truck

[KRStone]

While flushing coolant on my truck, I noticed the front frame cross-member just behind and below the radiator is cracked at the weld to the longitudinal frame member.



The crack looks shiny, so I think it's recent.



I need to get the crack back together with chains, straps&pulleys, whatever (anyone have any ideas), then once it's in the right place I need to grind out the old weld and then weld it up.



My question is, what do I need to disconnect other than the two batteries?



Thank you,



KRS

 

[JDKammin]

I was always told that by disconnecting the batteries, you will not have any electrical related problems from welding. I don't think it matters, but I try and put the ground clamp close to the area being welded.

 

[Bob Cochran]

Ground clamp as close to weld as possible, disconnect batteries and to be sure I would disconnect ECM and PCM just to have insurance.

 

[KRStone]

I checked it out again, and it's a stinkin scratch on the frame... . good grief what a relief. I was under the truck last week with a paint scraper removing grease buildup and put a gouge right there.

 

[monkeyman]

I weld on my frame a few times and left batteries connected
Rick

 

[Bob Cochran]

I checked it out again, and it's a stinkin scratch on the frame... . good grief what a relief. I was under the truck last week with a paint scraper removing grease buildup and put a gouge right there.

Best possible solution!!!! Oo.