i've tried 6011 on root passes. it sucks! get some 6010...it'll make a world of a difference! you can't be guarranteed a nice root bead without a land using stick. TIG and MIG, yes, but not with stick. besides, you better get used to the way the inspector is gonna want you to fit up your test pieces because THAT'S the way you'll test. uphill= 1/8" or 3/32" land, 1/8" gap, 70-85 amps downhill= 1/16" land, 1/16" gap, 100-120 amps.