welded trailer hitch cracks

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- April 30, 2025 at 7:29 am #58233
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  Kimberly Jones
  My trailer hitch cracks at welds using 1/4-inch steel with Primeweld MIG, hitch fails. Any fixes?
- April 30, 2025 at 2:01 pm #58235
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  Tony Vaughn
  Cracked welds need better prep. Bevel edges for penetration. Use 7018 rod at 130 amps. My hitch holds 7000 lbs. Add reinforcement plates. Clean with alcohol. Check fit-up.
- April 30, 2025 at 8:02 pm #58236
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  Aimee Ewing
  Use stick welding for tougher joints.
- May 1, 2025 at 3:05 am #58237
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  Billy Reid
  Use 3/8-inch steel for durability. My hitch stopped cracking. Weld with 7018.
- May 1, 2025 at 10:05 am #58238
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  Melissa Vega
  Add gussets at joints. My hitch is solid. Clean with alcohol.
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