Pop Rivets vs Welding for Auto Body: When to Use Each
I’ll show when pop rivets beat welding for auto body repairs—and the one mistake that can turn a quick fix into a costly redo.
Category Automotive Welding Guide
Your complete guide to automotive welding with Ryan Mitchell — a 38-year-old professional welder with 17+ years of real-world experience in collision repair, custom fabrication, and classic car restoration.
In this category, Ryan breaks down everything you need to know: MIG, TIG, spot, stick, and resistance welding techniques, weld joints and types, common defects (porosity, undercut, burn-through, etc.), troubleshooting tips, welding parameters, materials, and all the essential terms every auto tech and DIYer should master.
Whether you’re repairing a daily driver, building a custom chassis, or restoring a vintage muscle car, you’ll find clear, practical, shop-floor advice designed to help you weld stronger, smarter, and safer.
New articles added regularly. Start learning today and take your automotive welding skills to the next level.
Plug Weld vs Spot Weld: What’s the Difference?
Beneath the surface of welding techniques lies a crucial choice: plug welds or spot welds? Discover which method suits your project best.
Plasma Cutter Basics Every Auto Body Welder Should Know
The essentials of plasma cutting for auto body welders reveal powerful techniques and safety tips that can transform your work—discover what you need to know!
MIG vs TIG Welding: When to Use Each in Auto Repair
MIG vs TIG welding for auto repair: which one saves time, which one protects thin metal, and which one should you choose next?
MIG vs TIG Welding for Auto Body: Key Differences
Join us as we explore the key differences between MIG and TIG welding for auto body work, and discover which method might be right for your project.
MIG vs Flux Core Welding: Which Is Better for Auto Body?
MIG welding excels in auto body work for clean finishes, but is it always the best choice? Discover the key differences and find out more.
MIG Nozzle Size Guide: What Size for Auto Body Work?
Learn which MIG nozzle size works best for auto body work and why the right choice can make your welds cleaner and easier.
MIG Gun Liner Types and When to Replace Them
Find out how the right MIG gun liner type can improve your welding performance and discover when it's time for a crucial replacement.
MIG Gun Cable Problems: Symptoms and Solutions
Find out how to identify and solve common MIG gun cable problems that could be ruining your welds; the solution might be simpler than you think.
MIG Contact Tip Size Chart: Match Wire Right in 2026
Learn which MIG contact tip size charts match your wire and welding style, but the best choice depends on one crucial detail.