A spool gun is handy but I use a short lead without a spool gun and I have not had any problems. Just be sure to keep the lead as straight as...
I have used copper as a backing plate. You may even consider putting the copper on the front side instead so you don't have as much clean up. If...
If your building a boat don't try it with a low buck buzz box. I would spend the extra cash on a quality welder. Since you are not likely to spend...
If you are a decent welder I would stick with an E7018 rod. It is a little harder to use for a rookie but once you get the hang of it the weld is...
welding advice I am not a big fan of combo units. As for strictly a welder I like Miller for production use or a Lincoln buzz box for home if...
welding thin metal Don't worry about welding on the thin metal. Just practice a bit on some scrap metal until you get the machine set up just...
Welding Outdoors Welding outdoors is OK but don't do it on a windy day. If it it is too windy the breeze will blow away your sheilding gas and...