HECTOR’S SHOP: Plastic-Welding Tips – Video

Hector's back in the shop, this time showing a neat trick that can help you make reliable plastic welds – and save a few bucks in the process. And remember, KEEP THOSE ZERKS GREASED! Brought to you by the Equipment & Engine Training Council (EETC).

Sep 23, 2015
Equipment & Engine Training Council (EETC)

Hector's back in the shop, this time showing a neat trick that can help you make reliable plastic welds – and save a few bucks in the process. And remember, KEEP THOSE ZERKS GREASED! Brought to you by the Equipment & Engine Training Council (EETC).

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