Posted 12/16/2023 07:05 (#10526628 - in reply to #10526377) Subject: RE: Welding rod choice
SW Ontario
For the buzz box, which I use 90% of the time, 6011 filler and 7018AC for finish and/or strength.
I like to use 5/32" 6011 and 1/8" 7018. Using the slightly larger 6011 you can leave the welder on the same amp setting when you switch to the 7018 to finish.
I have tried other rods, 6013, 7014, etc., but find the old standards to be best.