Weld repairing rusty steel

How large a hole in rusty steel can you weld repair? I've got a tubular steel frame that has a few rusty holes but I'm not sure if it's salvageable.

Asked by June on 15th Feb 2023
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"In my opinion welding rusty tube can be a complete pain it’s like welding lace put a new piece in"
Answered on 1st Mar 2023 - Member since May 2020 - report
"If there is some good steel to weld to then yes you could fix this"
Answered on 18th Mar 2023 - Member since Mar 2023 - report
"This really is too open a question. Is the tubular steel structural? How thick.is the tube etc?

If it was something like a wheelbarrow leg, you could report with an.epoxy."
Answered on 22nd Feb 2023 - Member since Jan 2023 - report
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