How to Fix a Burnt MIG Welder Tip
Set your MIG welder right before another tip burns out—discover the simple checks that can stop the damage fast.
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.
Laser Welding for Auto Body Repair: Benefits Explained
Precision and efficiency define laser welding in auto body repair, but the true benefits extend far beyond what you might expect.
How to Extend the Life of Auto Body Welds
Keep your auto body welds alive longer with proven prep, heat, and protection tips that prevent hidden failures before they start.
How to Use Backing Gas When Welding Stainless Steel
How to effectively use backing gas when welding stainless steel can transform your results—discover essential techniques for flawless welds.
How to Repair a Rusty Floor Pan With Welding
Prepare to repair a rusty floor pan with welding, but there’s one crucial step that can make or break the whole job.
How to Repair a Cracked Weld in Automotive Work
A cracked weld can be saved with careful inspection, repair, and testing—discover the step-by-step method to stop it from failing again.
How to Use Run-In and Run-Out Tabs for Cleaner Welds
Discover how run-in and run-out tabs can elevate your welding quality, but there's a vital step you mustn't overlook for flawless results.
How to Fix a Broken Weld on a Car
Lasting weld repairs need the right prep, metal match, and heat control—learn the hidden steps that can keep your car from cracking again.
Why Welding Aluminum to Steel Is Difficult to Do
Grappling with the challenges of welding aluminum to steel reveals critical issues that can compromise joint integrity—discover the solutions to ensure success.
How to Safely Change a Shielding Gas Cylinder on a Welder
When changing a shielding gas cylinder on a welder, what safety steps matter most—and which mistake could put you at risk?