The stud has a very small nib on the end approx. 1/32 dia. X 1/32 long, much
smaller than the shank. This nib is the welding filler material. The process
happens in a millisecond creating very high but localized heat in a small
zone. The process is also known as percussion stud welding. The front face
of the part can be placed on a wet rag and chill clamps placed in the area
of the stud on the attach side to act as a heat sinks. If the material is
fairly thick it shouldn't pose a problem...But....that being said I've had
plenty of failed experiments over the years so I think the JB weld epoxy or
two way tape sure does sound like the safer alternative and should work
fine.
Allyn
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Ron Fine [mailto:RonFineEsq@earthlink.net]
> Sent: Tuesday, January 10, 2006 8:28 AM
> To: Allyn Richardson; Healey List
> Subject: RE: Badge repair
>
>
> I assume that a "stud welder" is the tool used for attaching pins to sheet
> metal for pulling out dents? If there is enough heat to melt the
> stud won't
> that blister the chrome on the front?
> Ron
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: owner-healeys@autox.team.net
> [mailto:owner-healeys@autox.team.net]On Behalf Of Allyn Richardson
> Sent: Monday, January 09, 2006 10:23 PM
> To: Healey List
> Subject: Badge repair
>
>
> If any one you know has a stud welder you can attach a new stud without
> damaging the badge.
>
> Allyn
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