Structural Welding Considerations for Convertible Cars
I’ll show the critical welds that keep a convertible rigid—and the one mistake that can quietly ruin its structure.
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.
Why Your Spot Welder Isn’t Making Good Welds
Many factors can hinder your spot welder’s performance—discover what’s affecting your welds and how to fix it effectively.
What to Know About Welding Repairs on Salvage Cars
Grapple with the hidden risks, essential weld choices, and repair checks behind salvage-car welding before you trust any rebuilt panel.
Why Your TIG Weld Isn’t Fusing and How to Fix It
Master the art of TIG welding by uncovering the hidden reasons your welds aren't fusing—discover the key adjustments that could transform your results.
Automotive Welding in Collision Repair: Key Concepts
Car collision repair welding basics reveal how to restore strength, alignment, and safety—discover which techniques matter most for lasting repairs.
Why Your TIG Tungsten Gets Contaminated and How to Fix It
Avoid contamination of your TIG tungsten with proper techniques and discover essential tips that could dramatically improve your welding results. What could you be missing?
How to Weld Truck Bed Panels and Corners
Grinding, fitting, and tack-welding truck bed panels and corners the right way can prevent warping and weak seams—here’s the method pros trust.
Automotive Welding Basics for Race Car Builds
High-performance race car welding starts with the right tools and technique, but one critical detail can make or break the build.
MIG Wire Speed Issues: 7 Signs and Fixes
Properly diagnosing MIG wire speed issues is crucial for optimal welding; discover the signs that indicate if your settings are off.
What to Know About Welding a Trailer Hitch on a Car
Find out which hitch, weld, and load choices keep your car safe, but one critical mistake can change everything.