Right now, I'm just doing a vertical T weld using butted up coupons. Last night was better for me, but it's still ugly compared to the instructors example. I think lowering my amps to 80 from 85 has helped, but I'm still moving too fast. The 6010 pass just looks sloppy, my 7018 however is coming aro...

Hey ya'll! Newbie here. Just started learning to weld at my local community college. Looking for a career change! Flat welding with 6010 and 7018, no real problems there. But attempting a vertical 6010 pass is becoming frustrating. I start out well enough, but my puddle begins to sag until I'm left ...