Plasma Cutting vs Laser Cutting: Key Differences
How do plasma cutting and laser cutting really compare, and which one could transform your next project?
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.
How Plasma Cutting Works: A Simple Explanation
I’ll explain how plasma cutting turns gas and electricity into a razor-hot cutting force that slices metal faster than you might expect.
Butt Weld vs Lap Weld: Which Is Stronger in Auto Body?
On the quest for superior auto body strength, discover why butt welds outshine lap welds—and what this means for your next project.
How to Weld Coilover Mounts on a Car
Unlock the key steps to weld coilover mounts correctly on your car, and discover the critical details that could make or break your setup.
Spot Welding vs MIG Welding in Auto Body: When to Use Each
Just when you think you know the best welding method for auto body repairs, discover the key differences that could change your approach.
How to Weld Leaf Spring Perches on a Rear Axle
Keeping your rear axle straight and quiet starts with one critical weld—learn the perch setup that prevents costly suspension mistakes.
How to Weld Ladder Bars for a Drag Racing Suspension
I’ll show you how to weld ladder bars for a drag racing suspension, but one critical setup mistake can ruin the whole launch.
TIG vs Stick Welding for Automotive Work: What’s Different?
Find out which welding method suits your automotive project best—TIG or stick welding could make all the difference in your repairs.
How to Weld a Transmission Crossmember
Tackle crossmember welding with the right angles, fitment checks, and weld strategy—before one small mistake turns into a drivetrain headache.