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Here's a cylinder in the process of having the ears welded. Might not look the same for every builder. These are of a guy on facebooks cylinder he did himself.
The photos show some quality welding but it appears that the built up area was totally created by welding. Welding always creates additional stress, so always try to gain as much strength with minimal welding. I strive to move the stress plane above the reed opening and reduce the stress riser in the plane where the base nuts seat. -
