There isn't one welding process suitable for all applications, so you need to consider these factors: the type and thickness of the metal you're welding, how big the job is, whether you're welding ...

I've drilled thousands of holes in stainless steel, and I've found it's best to use a very slow speed. Once stainless gets too hot, it instantly hardens, and the game is over after that. A ...

When it comes to making changes to or installing new parts on a pickup, "bolt-on" simplicity is preferred by most truck owners who take on such projects themselves. As we saw at the 2021 SEMA Show, ...

Gear-obsessed editors choose every product we review. We may earn commission if you buy from a link. Why Trust Us? Breaking the head off a bolt is a terrible scenario, but one many of us have ...

Becoming a proficient, or at least a decent, welder is easier than most people think. It's also an extremely beneficial skill to acquire since it can open up to you a whole new world of vehicle ...

How do you maintain a welder? To remain fully functional, a welder requires regular cleaning, inspection and replacement of consumable parts, following regular maintenance schedules. Proper welder ...

When you think of welding two objects together, your first assumption may be that the objects in question are made of metal. Indeed, metal welding is the most common kind, but that doesn't mean it's ...

This is a milestone for me: It's the 250th column since the start of the Professor Hammer series in 1995! One of the things I really enjoy is the follow-up I receive from readers, who often have some ...