Welding is often a skill you shy away from or have a stab at without really knowing what they need to be doing. However, if you take a little bit of time to understand the process, you could be producing good welds in no time at all.
That’s why we’ve gone back to school — S&B Automotive Academy (https://sandbacademy.arlo.co) to be precise. They are going to take us through the basics of MIG welding, from setting up the machine to producing different types of weld.
If you’re serious enough to invest in the equipment (buying the best kit you can afford will really pay dividends), then it’s also worth investing the time in learning how to use it properly. You’ll come up against many different types of welding on your classic – from butt welds to plug welds and T-fillets. Understanding how to go about tackling them will give you the confidence to try it yourself rather than having your project grind to a halt while you find a suitable specialist. Practice really does make perfect. Work safe, work tidy, and experiment with the machine’s settings to make sure you know what’s best for
