Sheet Metal Bending Basics for Automotive Fabrication
Learn sheet metal bending basics for automotive fabrication and discover the key choices that determine stronger, cleaner bends every time.
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.
What to Do When Weld Gaps in Auto Body Are Too Big
To tackle oversized weld gaps in auto body repair, discover essential techniques that ensure a flawless finish and prevent costly mistakes.
How to Use a Sheet Metal Brake for Auto Body Panels
S**ee how to bend auto body panels cleanly and accurately, but first learn the setup mistakes that can ruin your fit.
CO2 Welding Gas Safety and Storage Guidelines
Using CO2 welding gas safely requires proper storage, handling, and leak checks to avoid dangerous mistakes.
How to Weld Safely in a Small Garage With Limited Ventilation
How can you weld safely in a small garage with limited ventilation without risking fire, fumes, or disaster?
How Much Does It Cost to Learn Automotive Welding?
Get the real cost of automotive welding training, from tuition to gear, and discover what hidden expenses could change your budget.
Types of Weld Defects: A Complete Overview
Join us to explore the critical types of weld defects that can compromise structural integrity—discover how to identify and prevent them effectively.
How to Build a Simple Welding Table for Auto Body Work
I’ll show you a simple welding table for auto body work that stays rigid, levels perfectly, and might just transform your fabrication results.
How to Keep a Welding Journal to Track Your Progress
How to keep a welding journal to track your progress and uncover hidden mistakes, consistent fixes, and measurable improvement before your next bead?
Panel Beating vs Welding in Auto Body: When to Use Each
When should you choose panel beating or welding for auto body repairs—and which method could save your finish, strength, and money?