Do the job right! That’s been Eastwood’s motto for a long time. Taking that motto to heart, I couldn’t walk away from the previous episode of Project Sunny feeling right. Sure, I got the two pieces of the floor stitched together into one piece, but I wasn’t happy with how […]
Whether you’re making a patch panel or fabricating a new design from scratch, cutting sheet metal can be a challenge. The key to a good, clean cut is having the right tool for the project. Some tools are great for long, straight cuts while others are made specifically for making […]
Adam’s 1985 Chevy C-10 pickup project continues with the addition of a custom cover for the notched frame. Until now, he’s been hiding notch job with some wooden boards. But he’s decided it’s time to get serious make a sheet metal panel in preparation for a new bed finish. In […]
Looking to set up your shop for some heavy duty fab projects? Or maybe just add that one tool you’ve always wanted? We’ve gathered up a selection of fabricators’ favorites priced for any budget. Take advantage of holiday specials for yourself, or put this list in front of someone who […]
Have you ever wondered why carpenters get to work with 1/2″ drywall but metal fabricators have to specify sheet metal thickness in terms of gauge? It’s a legitimate question that a lot of folks who are new to metal fabrication wrestle with. To make matters more confusing, the range of […]
Patch panel repairs are one of the most common welding tasks you might encounter when restoring old vehicles. The question often comes up about which method is better for the task – MIG (Metal Inert Gas) or TIG (Tungsten Inert Gas). The short answer is that MIG welding and TIG […]
Given the typical cost of professional dent repair, it’s only natural to look for DIY solutions. This DIY kit will have you popping panels at home in not time.
In this episode of the Trans Am project, Mark prepares to install new sheet metal in the floor by cutting out what remains of the original floorboards all the way up to the transmission tunnel. With the new floor in place, he seam seals the edges and applies a coat […]
Oil canning is the enemy As you MIG weld, you’re moving electrons in the substrate. The electrons don’t exactly like to do this. This electrical resistance is what causes panels to heat up. That heat causes metal to expand and contract. All welds cause a little bit of heat expansion […]
