Copyright Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. Chapter 18 Weld Inspection and Repair 281 Repair Review Repairs are expensive and often detract from the appearance of the fi nal weld. Everything within reason should be done to eliminate defects that require costly repairs. Review every fl aw and defect in the weld, regardless of its severity, to determine its cause. Plan the possible corrective action that can be taken in the future to eliminate similar problems. Repair review should include the following areas: • Base material • Tooling • Preparation for welding • Joint preparation • Process application (welding variables) • Welder training and skill Temper bead height (Remove after welding) Normal crown height Figure 18-33. Temper beads are used to obtain an even structure throughout the top area of the weld. Since they add significant height to the crown, they are usually removed after welding.