Spot Weld Removal Tools and Methods Explained
Great spot weld removal starts with the right tool, but the best method depends on access, size, and the surprises hiding underneath.
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.
Solid Wire vs Flux Core Wire: Which Is Right for Auto Body?
Discover the key differences between solid wire and flux core wire for auto body work—your project’s success depends on the right choice.
How to Remove Spot Welds From a Car Body Panel
Careful spot weld removal can save your panel, but the trickiest step may surprise you—discover the method that keeps metal intact.
Stainless Steel vs Mild Steel Welding: Key Differences
Stainless steel and mild steel welding differ significantly in techniques and outcomes; discover why mastering these differences is crucial for your projects.
Plasma Cutting vs Grinding to Remove Old Welds
Slower weld removal? See why plasma cutting can outrun grinding, and which method secretly saves more time, cleanup, and money.
Aluminum vs Steel Welding: How the Process Differs
Inevitably, understanding the distinct welding processes for aluminum and steel reveals critical insights—discover what sets these metals apart in the welding world.
Signs Your Plasma Cutter Tip Is Worn Out
Faulty plasma cutter tips cause rough cuts, dross, and arc instability—find the warning signs before your next ruined cut.
75/25 Gas Vs 100% CO2 for MIG Welding: What Changes?
For MIG welding enthusiasts, the choice between 75/25 gas and 100% CO2 can drastically affect your results—discover which option suits your needs best.
How Much Air Pressure Does a Plasma Cutter Need?
For the perfect plasma cut, air pressure matters more than you think—find the ideal PSI before unstable arcs and wasted consumables ruin your work.
Oxyacetylene vs MIG Welding Sheet Metal: Pros and Cons
See how oxyacetylene and MIG welding stack up for sheet metal projects—discover which method suits your needs and why it matters.