If you’re wondering how to weld aluminum with gasless MIG, you’re in the right place. I’ve spent years in the shop, tackling everything from backyard projects to industrial repairs, and I’m here to walk you through this process like we’re…
Back when I started welding in tight spots on job sites, I didn’t always have the luxury of a full setup—no fancy machines, and definitely no foot pedal. The first time I had to TIG weld without a foot pedal,…
If you’ve ever tried to figure out how to MIG weld thin metal without burning through, you know it’s a tricky balance. I’ve been there and torch in hand, cursing a hole I accidentally burned through a sheet of 20-gauge…
I still remember the first time I laid down a bead on a piece of rusty mild steel—it sparked, popped, and looked awful. I didn’t realize then how much the advantages and disadvantages of welding would shape my approach, not…