Turning welding skills into extra cash started for me with a few small welding projects to make money in my garage. At first, it was tough figuring out what people actually wanted — some projects needed precise joint prep, careful…
Welding thin metal with an arc welder is one of those skills that’ll really test your patience — and your touch. I’ve burned through my fair share of sheet metal trying to get that perfect bead. The challenge with stick…
I remember working on a small aluminum repair once — a cracked bracket that would’ve been a hassle to TIG weld cleanly. I didn’t want to drag out the welder for such a small job, so I reached for JB…
If you’re grinding away at a day job and wondering if a career in welding could put more cash in your pocket, I’ve been right where you are. Back in my early days, fresh out of a community college welding…
There’s nothing more frustrating than running a flux core weld and seeing those annoying little squiggles — the infamous worm tracks — appear across the bead. I used to blame the wire, then the metal, then my technique, until I…
If you’ve ever tried to clean up a rusted piece of metal for a project, you know how stubborn that stuff can be. You scrub, sand, maybe even hit it with a grinder — and somehow, the rust still comes…
Getting the hang of TIG welding different thickness metals took me some time — and a few burned-through edges along the way. TIG gives beautiful, clean welds, but it’s also less forgiving when you’re jumping between thin sheet metal and…
Ever tried to fix something where plastic meets wood and found every glue you use either peels off or turns gummy after a few days? Yeah — been there. In the shop, whether I’m working on a custom fabrication project,…
Getting the stick welder settings just right can make or break your weld. Too cold, and the bead just sits on top; too hot, and you’re burning through your metal before you even get started. That’s where a good stick…
Getting the right amps for TIG welding stainless steel can be a real balancing act. Too little heat, and the puddle won’t flow smoothly — too much, and you’ll end up with burn-through, warping, or that ugly rainbow tint from…