Fabrication YOU Can Be PROUD Of!

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Garage Fab

Garage Fab

Күн бұрын

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@bradpage8967
@bradpage8967 8 ай бұрын
Can’t convince the apprentices at work about the importance of beveling edges, until their wrench slips and they are bleeding, then they see why. Great video!
@matthewpeterson3329
@matthewpeterson3329 8 ай бұрын
Yep, de-burring or easing edges is as important as making things dimensionally correct. It is part of the process. Smart management enforces this with an iron fist, knowing how much time and money is lost when employees need to be sewn up. It's tough to get some folks on board with the practice though.
@natenate2280
@natenate2280 4 ай бұрын
Haha I got 2 different cuts and a scuff in my hands from edges that somebody else didnt deburr and the scuff from a grinder with a flapdisk slipping this morning 😂
@SweetHill-o3z
@SweetHill-o3z 3 ай бұрын
Old hotrod guy here, I chamfer both sides of every hole I drill, it's saved me a lot of spilled blood over the years. Like your work.
@TalRohan
@TalRohan 3 ай бұрын
sometimes learning by experience is the only way that gets through
@shirothehero0609
@shirothehero0609 Ай бұрын
I cant tell you how many products i've bought where the edges havent been broken and it drives me up the wall. Especially if the product has been coated with a PVD or thin film coating.
@Eloquent_Chaos
@Eloquent_Chaos 8 ай бұрын
Good video, I like this type of stuff. I just wanted to mention something regarding what you were saying about beveling edges. Someone who I used to work with told me to make everything safe enough so that a 5 year old can play with it in the dark. Quality takes time and safety is never rushed.
@GarageFab
@GarageFab 8 ай бұрын
Well said! 🙌
@StevenFrench-r2j
@StevenFrench-r2j 7 ай бұрын
Great video, quick and to the point. These short videos are a great fill in between the project videos. Please keep up the great job!
@gofastwclass
@gofastwclass 8 ай бұрын
Attention to detail and pride in one's work goes a long ways. Most people won't be able to pinpoint WHY one thing looks better than another, but they know THAT it looks better which is what matters. The guy with the neat work gets the positive comments.
@Brent_Rolston
@Brent_Rolston 8 ай бұрын
couple things: first, you have a great speaking voice, it's very easy to stay focused on what you're saying. Kinda reminds me of Mike Rowe. Second, great work or eye candy work, is in the details. It doesn't have to be complicated to look next level. This is a great video, I'd like to see more like this. Little tips and tricks. Thanks
@GarageFab
@GarageFab 8 ай бұрын
Thank you, Brent! No better compliment has ever been given. I love Rowe. Wish he was my Dad. 😆
@BenjaminHansen
@BenjaminHansen 8 ай бұрын
Two different curves??? My OCD will no go for that! Thanks for the vid. I thought you had some fancy CNC machine for that fancy work. Now I know that I can do it too!!
@GarageFab
@GarageFab 8 ай бұрын
Haha! I feel you, but the dissimilar curves I’m promoting still result in symmetry, which is what MY OCD requires. YES! That’s the whole goal of the channel my man! Liberating people from the mindset that high dollar machines are a requirement. It’s amazing what can be done with a grinder and a drill.
@leslieaustin151
@leslieaustin151 8 ай бұрын
Great video, important message. My garage work is on small motorcycles. I bevel all edges, round out anything which might be sharp and make sure there are NO pointy bits. Because when I come off on a Green Lane it might be me that’s in danger of being chopped, cut or stabbed by something I’ve left which should have been tidied up. Whenever I see one of your videos and have taken it to heart it has moved me forward, every time. Thanks Mate! Les in UK 🇬🇧
@BeautyAndTheBeeast
@BeautyAndTheBeeast 8 ай бұрын
I absolutely love this! Thank you for taking the time to make this! I'm a weekend welder at most, but I love working with metal! Your videos give me inspiration to go do better than I did before. I appreciate your admitting to mistakes. It shows the rest of us that it's ok to learn. Stay humble, but don't forget you inspire many of us!
@garypease7414
@garypease7414 7 ай бұрын
My favorite types of video. You don't make people think they're stupid. You explain simple methods of beauty and strength.
@ronbelldvm
@ronbelldvm 8 ай бұрын
Even though it's a short video, it contains some good info. Attention to detail really does make a difference. When I was young and immortal, going through US Army airborne training (jump school) we had a seargent who would strut back and forth in front of the formation and shout, "Attention to detail, gentlemen. It will save your life." It is definitely true when parachuting, but it's also true in many aspects of automotive fabrication. I always enjoy watching your attention to detail.
@FrankBilly-t4y
@FrankBilly-t4y 7 ай бұрын
Great video attention to detail is what makes a garage build look like a high end shop that cuts everything out with a CNC machine. You can build pretty much any bracket that you want with just a 4 1/2” grinder, hole saw and stepbits, and a good welding technique
@GarageFab
@GarageFab 7 ай бұрын
So much truth! Intricate internal cuts are tough, but again, simplicity is often so much better!
@andrebartels1690
@andrebartels1690 8 ай бұрын
For small-ish holes in mild steel, a manual deburr works perfectly. You know, these screwdriver handle thingy with jiggly crooked blade things. You might not believe, they really cut mild steel just good enough to make a nice bevel on short pieces, especially on inside radii.
@GarageFab
@GarageFab 8 ай бұрын
ACTUALLY… believe it or not I just discovered these! I had seen them used but never bothered until I saw them on the counter at the hardware store. Grabbed one just cuz and it’s magical. I’ve only used it on tube. (square and round) I never considered using it on a drill hole. Thank you!
@2ndAmmendmentSupporter
@2ndAmmendmentSupporter 7 ай бұрын
Thanks a ton, I impressed all my co-workers in the shop, and am now getting more projects including fabrication. Mainly the welding tips you gave.
@chrstphrr
@chrstphrr 8 ай бұрын
I love that you're pushing the bevelling. Not for looks, but only for Future-You, getting in there to work on something, and you snag your fingers or your clothes on one of those sharp edges. And I appreciate the tips about tools to flat and bevel edges! I've got a project where I need to homebrew a little bending brake for some titanium and stainless hardware. The tips about using the grinder and the flap wheel discs might well be the trick for rough and fine finishing the press brake. Then, I can dial in the bend radius, and figure out how much extra angle I need to account for springback to make my 90-degree bends.
@74willy81
@74willy81 8 ай бұрын
All great advice, thank you. As you say the finish product is the sum of the details. It all ends up looking so much nicer when you add a few details while paying attention to the little things that are cumulative in a "finished" project rather than just one that is only completed. Have you looked into the mini air chamfering tools that somewhat resemble a router in concept and do a fantastic job in producing a repeatable chamfer on plate steel or aluminum. Much more consistent than a flap wheel for inside and outside bevels.
@garyyorke1080
@garyyorke1080 8 ай бұрын
Great idea a little toolbox talk style of video . Keeping it simple and showing that you just need a little more fit and finish to make something look a lot more than something plain . Just a few touches in the right areas can make a 2 dollar patch look like a 20 dollar plate .
@thevillageinn
@thevillageinn 8 ай бұрын
Couldn’t agree more…similar principles also apply in woodworking… you can often make a flat head screw mash it’s way into a piece of wood but starting the countersink with a bit makes it neat and consistent. Cleaning up sharp corners also helps when painting or finishing. I tell the guys I work with… things don’t always need to be perfect but they should look like you *meant* for them to be that way. Thanks for sharing what you do…I appreciate your perspective!
@mattewiegand9896
@mattewiegand9896 8 ай бұрын
I really appreciate these short improvement videos. The knowledge you have may seem like nothing to you but guys/gals just starting out or us hobby folk could use all the advice.
@thedoingnotthedone.6292
@thedoingnotthedone.6292 7 ай бұрын
I like a "tea break" episode, and likewise enjoy those opportunities to take the extra time to make stuff look good and feel proud of the output.
@yoti-fab
@yoti-fab 7 ай бұрын
Deburing tool works great for small hole edges! Great advice in the vid!
@stevehamilton9418
@stevehamilton9418 8 ай бұрын
Picky? Not at all, these “tips” are the hallmark skills of a good fabricator that takes pride in their work…as you know well! Keep up the great work 👍
@allensketchclub8579
@allensketchclub8579 8 ай бұрын
i completely agree with your tips. the details matter, and not just in fabrication. taking the time to understand the materials, as well as the process, is critical. envision, design, then build are some of the steps i perform when building things (which can be applied to just about every material out there, right??) but i am not naive enough to believe that i will always get things right the first time, or that i have the market cornered on good ideas/design. i like that you have been gracious enough to share your mistakes and do-overs with us, and that you are open minded to be critical of your own ideas when a smarter design comes up. from reading these comments, i am not alone in my opinions regarding the willingness to share your experience and knowledge with us and i know i am not alone regarding the appreciation we have for you doing so. thank you so much, and yes, i shall keep moving forward.
@mhirman2216
@mhirman2216 6 ай бұрын
I love all of your videos and you are an excellent fabricator. I wish I could spend a week with you learning as much as I possibly could. I've been welding/ fabricating for alil over a year now i just need more real workd experience. Keep you the great work. "Keep moving forward." - Garaga Fab Michael
@GarageFab
@GarageFab 6 ай бұрын
Thank you, Michael. You are very much appreciated my friend. I’ve considered one day offering in-person courses where we can build a car from the ground up and learn about everything from welding and suspension design to tools and methods. Lemme know how your journey goes!
@ypaulbrown
@ypaulbrown 7 ай бұрын
marvelous information, thanks from an old fabricator in Florida, Paul
@mpe6678
@mpe6678 8 ай бұрын
Great video. I listened to your very humble comment regarding comments people have been making. Your fabrication work is as brilliant, if not better than the other people you mentioned. You are GARAGE FAB. and being what you are, makes you even more talented taking into account that you do not have all the fancy equipment workshops or other people might have. Keep up thhe brilliant work as i do consider you as inspirational. Thanks for the top tips. Take care. From S.A.👍👍
@martinharris5017
@martinharris5017 7 ай бұрын
An artist is always their own biggest critic! Fine work brother, and a very inspirational/motivational video. i should get back into the garage and fabricate something...
@seanalexander9531
@seanalexander9531 8 ай бұрын
Fantastic - thanks! The little things can make all the difference sometimes 😁
@zackmitchellmusic
@zackmitchellmusic 8 ай бұрын
Great tips. I always try and strive to do better, more detailed work, but the big key for me is PATIENCE! 😂 I'll start a project, get excited to get to the end, and end up rushing through just to get it finished up, even though I intended to take my time and be clean and detailed.
@garygerard4290
@garygerard4290 7 ай бұрын
Yes, 'great video. I use a wire wheel to soften the edges. I'll radius the corners of flat stock also.
@commonsenseisdeadin2024
@commonsenseisdeadin2024 8 ай бұрын
You missed the most important tip, bevel the edges of the weld seam (or butting the 2 edges creating a 90° gap like you did). Not only is it stronger (as you know, more surface area of weld, as well as penetration is knowingly consistent!). It's also much more visually appealing since you're filling in a void as opposed to adding material on top! Another design that's easy to do is triangular shapes with rounded corners (since as stated, sharp corner creates a stress zone) but drill the corners then cut connecting the dots! Circles are nice because the ease of adding in a cross support which is also more visually appealing as well.
@apaulothegreat1581
@apaulothegreat1581 8 ай бұрын
Craftsman good to see you again.Great Job.
@frankmaceyka4895
@frankmaceyka4895 8 ай бұрын
A video I’ll return to just to keep ME on track and slow me down a bit! I like your attitude and approach to life. Good job.
@edivora247
@edivora247 7 ай бұрын
Thanks for the great video! Fabrication is the favorite part of restoring my 51 GMC 100! Please do a video on simple suspension brackets, exhaust brackets, and firewall inserts!
@kevinkirk4285
@kevinkirk4285 7 ай бұрын
Nice! I learned to drive in a 51 GMC!
@ryanhorsley9965
@ryanhorsley9965 8 ай бұрын
Commenting to feed the algorithm. This is one of the best amateur fabrication channels out there.
@michaelanderson3771
@michaelanderson3771 8 ай бұрын
Great tips Aaron - tidbits of wisdom like this much appreciated. Keep the content coming Brother.
@Deliriuss
@Deliriuss 8 ай бұрын
Love this! The vibe on every one of your videos is right in my wheelhouse. Don't ever stop!!
@randyhertzberg7549
@randyhertzberg7549 7 ай бұрын
Check into "convolute" wheels for your bench grinder. These are fantastic for light deburring and edge polishing. You have to see to believe how nice these finish aluminum and stainless , will also make plain steel look like chrome.
@GarageFab
@GarageFab 7 ай бұрын
Is a convolute wheel the same as a deburring wheel? I looked them up but couldn’t see much from the photos. They appear to just be grinding discs. One site however allowed me to zoom in (on a deburring wheel) and it looked like a dense Scotchbrite pad. Am I on the right track? I’d be willing to try one. I have a grinder with a wheel I don’t use. I considered replacing it with a cloth polishing wheel. Maybe I’ll get your convolute wheel instead. 🤔
@randyhertzberg7549
@randyhertzberg7549 7 ай бұрын
Great advice ! metal fabricator/welder for over 50 years , those little details don't take that long so they can carry over into your "day job" customers notice .... sometimes even your boss will notice. Even if ... nobody notices , you still have pride in your work. I've fabricated machine parts for Solo Cup Corp , Rexam Beverage Corp , Bullet proof stainless steal windows for the Empire State Bldg . I'm sure SOMEBODY noticed......
@GarageFab
@GarageFab 7 ай бұрын
Somebody definitely noticed, Randy. Guys like you and I notice the joints in the handrails at Disney Land. A boss definitely noticed my work once. I was building utility trucks. He said he had never seen more beautiful work. But blue collar employees don’t care about their trucks and I took way too long. He fired me.
@patrickm.8425
@patrickm.8425 14 күн бұрын
The most important part of your welding should be making sure you've got the penetration and fill correct! I'd rather have a nice strong weld as opposed to a "snazzy" weld that's weak. Many "stack of dimes" mig welds are not strong at all or at least not as strong as they could or should be! Don't bet your life and fancy! Thanks for sharing, nice video.
@Johntasticful
@Johntasticful 8 ай бұрын
Great tips! My welds aren’t the greatest so I definitely clean them up 🤣
@chuckzinn7334
@chuckzinn7334 8 ай бұрын
YOUR INFO IT GREAT! HELPS ME THINK ABOUT THINGS A LITTLE DIFFERENTLY. THANKS
@tonytully4943
@tonytully4943 7 ай бұрын
Very nice video. The little things make a huge difference
@gordonfitzsimmons2018
@gordonfitzsimmons2018 8 ай бұрын
Love this type of video. Keep them coming.
@bluesman6955
@bluesman6955 7 ай бұрын
The step I would add to breaking sharp edges is using a 3 inch scotch brite disc on a right angle die grinder. I also have a scotch brite wheel mounted on a bench grinder. Sharp edges don't hold paint very well either.
@GarageFab
@GarageFab 7 ай бұрын
I dig it!
@kevinroberts5247
@kevinroberts5247 8 ай бұрын
A perfect tip for anyone to improve their project.
@ambrosebrower8760
@ambrosebrower8760 8 ай бұрын
I’m a fabricator for a living and agree with your bit about just sanding your weld if it’s not that pretty. If it’s pretty, great. If not oh well. As long as there’s full penetration and fill, without a bunch of undercut, nobody gives a shit. If they do they’re probably a hobby welder that spends too much time on instagram and haven’t been humbled yet
@ambrosebrower8760
@ambrosebrower8760 8 ай бұрын
Side note, I’m one of the ones that disagree with the stack of dimes mig look especially on tabs and brackets that see a load of any kind. Keep your wire at the leading edge of the puddle and quite playing around. You will not penetrate as much with any kind oscillating compared to a straight and steady push or pull weld. Just look at the automated welds on truck frames and that sort. No dimes. It would be easy to program if it had a benefit.
@WentzCraft
@WentzCraft 8 ай бұрын
Glad to know you're not dead.
@GarageFab
@GarageFab 8 ай бұрын
Me too!! 🙌
@craigfuller6187
@craigfuller6187 8 ай бұрын
Great video, really like your attention to detail. Nice members only jacket also. Haha.
@GarageFab
@GarageFab 8 ай бұрын
I loved that jacket! Until I put editing headphones on and realized I sound like a balloon. 🤦🏻‍♂️
@k.a.8494
@k.a.8494 8 ай бұрын
Truth. Bevels and smooth edges can create a channel between the metal being bonded making for a stronger weld. Pretty is as pretty does. Function and strength is key when you're doing 150mph+ down the dragstrip or banging against the boulders in Johnson Valley.
@commonsenseisdeadin2024
@commonsenseisdeadin2024 8 ай бұрын
He didn't mention in the video but I also commented saying basically the same. He mentioned beveling the exposed edges but not of the weld seam. To better describe what you said, beveling gives you more surface area for the weld and also basically eliminates the worry of penetration thus making the strength much more consistent throughout the entire joint. 45° minimum total grove is a structural spec (22.5° on each with a v groove bevel or 45° with a single bevel.) For these brackets I'd do a single bevel and have the plate flush with the side edges beveling only the inner plate. Regardless, plenty strong really no matter how you construct it given you have solid welds! Also makes it visually appealing as the weld will be more flush and the back and forth motion of bridging the gap and filling in the void gives you the scales (aka "stacking dimes look"). He didn't never his edges, instead he butted they two inside corners which is the same thing. Visually I don't like it as much because it gives it a weird rounded edge. I don't know if there's a strength advantage/disadvantage to either or.
@biggieb400
@biggieb400 8 ай бұрын
I like it. Short, simple and full of ‘just the tip’s…
@shirothehero0609
@shirothehero0609 Ай бұрын
Stress risers are something you'd think more engineers understood.
@GarageFab
@GarageFab Ай бұрын
Judging by the cars I often repair, engineers don’t understand much of anything. 😠
@grantloucks8265
@grantloucks8265 8 ай бұрын
All very good tips. It does make a difference to people who know what they're looking for!
@stevelescom4336
@stevelescom4336 7 ай бұрын
Artwork is something you hang on a wall !! Function and performance are more important to me !
@brokenbonegarage8910
@brokenbonegarage8910 8 ай бұрын
It's all about details details details, practice, common sense and also pride! Thanks for the reminder Sir!
@commonsenseisdeadin2024
@commonsenseisdeadin2024 8 ай бұрын
Don't forgot prep and patience
@adee-H1066
@adee-H1066 7 ай бұрын
Also,about bevel/chamfered edges,not only do they look better,but also better for paint,paint really doesn't like square edges too much. Great video dude.👍👍😎😎
@GarageFab
@GarageFab 7 ай бұрын
Good call mate! Might make for a good short video with some closeups. 👏
@adee-H1066
@adee-H1066 7 ай бұрын
​@GarageFab Excellent,I'll keep an eye out for another fabulous installment.👍👍😎😎
@DOUGLIFE-Caintmakethishitup
@DOUGLIFE-Caintmakethishitup 8 ай бұрын
If only there were more people like you in this world. Everyone is in such a rush, quality, pride and honor literally gets passed in the slow lane. I wonder why I do the work I aim to do sometimes, no one appreciates it. “Slow”…”Overkill”…”Excessive”…”Just make it work”…in some cases, sure, I get it. But I like to restore/rebuild/rejuvenate. Not just repair or build. This video shows I’m not the only ***“AMERICAN PRIDE” mfr left. Now, I’m off to watch you C-notch/Step notch video(s) for the pro tips I so greatly appreciate you for. ***not to suggest somewhere else in the world doesn’t have the same pride American’s use to…all though it seems to be fading world wide…
@GarageFab
@GarageFab 8 ай бұрын
Oh it’s fading everywhere my friend. Here in America mainly the willingness to work and exert any amount of additional effort is incredibly rare. Thank you my friend!! I don’t think I have any step notch videos yet. 🤔 😂
@TheDamnGarage
@TheDamnGarage 8 ай бұрын
I’m really glad you made this video and keep making videos. I would have a hole in my soul if you were unalive.
@robertrusso877
@robertrusso877 8 ай бұрын
Depending on the size of the hole I’ve used everything from a blueberry to a pancake for round and a triscuit for square, but sushi is next level! 😂 Great video!
@andycortez100
@andycortez100 4 ай бұрын
Exeletent video nice job congratulations 👏🎉👏👏🎉 for you job and you chanel 🙏👏 thanks for share 🙏
@jackjmaheriii
@jackjmaheriii 3 ай бұрын
If you are having a hard time making your welds look good, try dual shield. It’s welding with training wheels, and I love it.
@GarageFab
@GarageFab 3 ай бұрын
I’m not familiar with dual shield. Is this flux core with gas?
@jackjmaheriii
@jackjmaheriii 3 ай бұрын
That’s exactly what it is. Dual Shield is the name brand. No splatter or smoke so it’s easy to see, and I think it’s easier to get good penetration, but I don’t have enough MIG time to have a meaningful opinion.
@GarageFab
@GarageFab 3 ай бұрын
@jackjmaheriii I’ll look into it! Thank you. No splatter sounds too good to be true!
@Cars_of_yesteryear
@Cars_of_yesteryear 8 ай бұрын
As a mechanic and chassis builder for 20 years, I agree with most of your tips however I don't grind my welds, if it's a bad weld it's a good reminder not to do it again. If it's a good weld, show it off to the world. On a side note, Dim Sims tend to work better then sushi also. Keep moving forward!
@GarageFab
@GarageFab 8 ай бұрын
Hopefully that wasn’t misunderstood by everyone as, “If you can’t make safe welds, hide it with a grinder.” That certainly wasn’t the intent. Rather, it’s the idea that even the perfect weld is still ugly. The only way to improve “perfection” is to go a step further and finish the welds.
@grantloucks8265
@grantloucks8265 8 ай бұрын
This is a little phrase I learned long ago. A laborer works with his hands, a. Craftsman works with his hands and his head, an artist works with his hands, his head, and his heart.
@ChadListentome
@ChadListentome 8 ай бұрын
Any content is good content, you’re killing it bro!
@ClintsStreetMachines
@ClintsStreetMachines 8 ай бұрын
Awesome bunch of great tips! Another advantage to beveling edges is giving the paint a surface to stick to. Un-beveled edges will leave the paint ultra thin at the sharp point and much more likely to chip or allow rust a place to start. Thanks for another great video buddy!
@GarageFab
@GarageFab 8 ай бұрын
Interesting! I’ve noticed this when painting and never put 2 and 2 together. 💡
@hf-lz2qw
@hf-lz2qw 7 ай бұрын
Absolutely !!!! the mil thickness difference is substantial and even more so with powder coating...the sharp edges will always be the point of peeling or lifting of the powder coat in time and thus starting the creeping of under rust making powder coat bubble and peel even more. I one sands the bevel to a radius, even minutely, it is huge in paint and powder coat adhesion. Think of cutting and breaking a piece of etched or scratched glass over the edge of a table to make a straight edge...the same is happening to paint and powder coatings.
@SidArteaga
@SidArteaga Ай бұрын
Thanks for all your knowledge! I really appreciate all your tips you giving. Thanks
@justinvanburen8259
@justinvanburen8259 7 ай бұрын
Great advice!! Thank you!!
@GarageFab
@GarageFab 7 ай бұрын
My pleasure, Justin. Thank you for your time!
@ehb403
@ehb403 8 ай бұрын
Good to see you're NOT dead.😊
@GarageFab
@GarageFab 8 ай бұрын
I am grateful! I’ve got a few things to do still.
@ehb403
@ehb403 8 ай бұрын
@@GarageFab ...and that's what I want on my tombstone - "but I've got a few things to do still".
@screefus
@screefus 8 ай бұрын
Good video man! These videos is noting but value for your subscribers, I say keep them going forward. 😊
@classicb100p
@classicb100p 8 ай бұрын
That "bevel edge" you spoke of is called breaking the edge. Believe it or not. It's a way to help prevent it from cracking.
@commonsenseisdeadin2024
@commonsenseisdeadin2024 8 ай бұрын
Actually "breaking the edge" is called (rather means) rounding, beveling, chamfering and deburring the edge. Breaking the edge on wood and asphalt helps to prevent cracking.... With metal it is to prevent you from cracking your knuckle wide open! I've never heard that with metal and it doesn't make sense. But I'm open to learning as I know I don't know everything.... Yet! 😂 (That's a joke)
@immanutt4442
@immanutt4442 7 ай бұрын
Happy Ground Hog Day and thanks a mint for another great tutorial Fred
@kevinkirk4285
@kevinkirk4285 7 ай бұрын
I de-burr everything. I was shop foreman and fabricator at a heavy equipment construction outfit for about ten years and the boss would fuss at me for taking too much time on smoothing out edges. I told him that smooth edges are cheaper than an ER visit when someone gets a bad cut. He left me alone after that. Besides, I'm a better grinder than I am a welder. 😂
@TalRohan
@TalRohan 3 ай бұрын
Sage advice and a great attitude..like it.
@tommykj2
@tommykj2 8 ай бұрын
Great tips! I personally like to use hand files for bevels in smaller or tight areas. Also, putting holes not only looks good, but when done right will drop weight without sacrificing much strength. I feel like the biggest tip I could give. Is fabrication is art, theres no need to add stress. Have fun with it.
@commonsenseisdeadin2024
@commonsenseisdeadin2024 8 ай бұрын
Adding holes in some cases ADDS strength or is required unless you want to add supports ( for instance... Probably the only instance 😂 but dimple dies in sheet metal!)
@beastwolf7
@beastwolf7 8 ай бұрын
You can also use those stripper discs to break sharp corners without taking too much material off
@commonsenseisdeadin2024
@commonsenseisdeadin2024 8 ай бұрын
They also make ball end flap wheel bits(?) That would make bigger holes easier. (Big counter sinks are extremely expensive 😂) Or a pneumatic chamfer tools are pretty cheap!
@Under-Kaoz
@Under-Kaoz 3 ай бұрын
If you ever want to chamfer a hole get some debur hand tools. Much safer and more controlled than a grinder for the job. Unless youre working on some hardened stuff.
@GarageFab
@GarageFab 3 ай бұрын
Might sound strange since I’ve been fabbing since 2007, but I only learned of the debur tool recently. (2-3 years ago?) One of the greatest tools ever, and yet I still forget to use it sometimes. 🤷‍♂️
@stephenlea5765
@stephenlea5765 8 ай бұрын
Short episodes are great too!
@taoisttiger4702
@taoisttiger4702 7 ай бұрын
I agree with the bevels looking better but the REASON i do it is because i am the only one wrking on my project and i dont like busting knuckles and cutting my hands on sharp corners haha.
@GarageFab
@GarageFab 7 ай бұрын
Hahaha! Fair enough. 🙌
@brianluck84
@brianluck84 8 ай бұрын
Bevels/chamfers is what separates the gentleman from the savages.
@GarageFab
@GarageFab 8 ай бұрын
Hahaha! SAVAGES!
@Pushyhog
@Pushyhog 7 ай бұрын
thanks again, great shop.
@andyb7754
@andyb7754 8 ай бұрын
Very good tips, thank you.
@mikethelakesidelogger8757
@mikethelakesidelogger8757 8 ай бұрын
As AVE said “grinder and paint makes me the welder I ain’t “.😊
@GarageFab
@GarageFab 8 ай бұрын
Yes! 😆
@mikethelakesidelogger8757
@mikethelakesidelogger8757 8 ай бұрын
@@GarageFab Hi there, I didn’t tell you how much I like your videos. Good tips for a back yarder like me to improve my projects. Look forward to the next one. Keep up the good work. Cheers, Mike
@GarageFab
@GarageFab 8 ай бұрын
@@mikethelakesidelogger8757 Thank you Mike! You are insanely appreciated. 🙏 The backyard enthusiast is in fact my target audience. ❤️
@jeremycasteel
@jeremycasteel 8 ай бұрын
Keep em comin big guy!!
@GarageFab
@GarageFab 8 ай бұрын
Gladly!
@chetbunce5284
@chetbunce5284 8 ай бұрын
Thank you
@GarageFab
@GarageFab 8 ай бұрын
Thank YOU!!
@AM-dn4lk
@AM-dn4lk 4 ай бұрын
Really good advice. Thank you.
@ToastyCornFlakes
@ToastyCornFlakes 7 ай бұрын
Deburr tool! Easy way to get a bevel on those smaller holes.
@charlesloyd1970
@charlesloyd1970 8 ай бұрын
I'm the same way with detail. It's the add, OCD or whatever mental problem I have but if I don't it will keep me up at night. Lol
@GarageFab
@GarageFab 8 ай бұрын
Haha! I can envision you getting out of bed in your pajamas to go knock down an edge. 😆
@charlesloyd1970
@charlesloyd1970 8 ай бұрын
@@GarageFab hahahaha. All that with a deranged look on my face. Lol
@OffRoadEndeavor
@OffRoadEndeavor 7 ай бұрын
I agree with each of your points. Nice.
@kenjackson5938
@kenjackson5938 Ай бұрын
Holes With dimple dies actually makes the part stronger….and lighter. Cheers
@ricktarded5943
@ricktarded5943 Ай бұрын
Never seen a square window on an airplane. Curves provide strength and lessen weak points. Hence the term, "Weak POINTS." Also, ever notice dust on the leading edge of a ceiling fan blade? Yep! That is because there is ZERO velocity on the leading edge of a blade or wing. Beveling edges allows paint to have a stronger and longer surface edge (Did you say, :EDGE???") fro the paint to stick and not have a weak point. Curves, or arches, or arcs provide strength for a structure. Most importantly, they just look cool. "Straight lines" ONLY exist in theory and math, and we are not here for that... Nice Fab Work Tips!
@itzamedave6242
@itzamedave6242 8 ай бұрын
Great work as always solid fabrication tips
@francoisdelvinquiere1551
@francoisdelvinquiere1551 7 ай бұрын
Really very interesting .
@GarageFab
@GarageFab 7 ай бұрын
Thank you, Francois!
@normanpatane2417
@normanpatane2417 5 ай бұрын
Thanks for your videos. I have learned alot.
@Restomodz
@Restomodz 8 ай бұрын
Nothing like a quickie
@Insmnyk
@Insmnyk 8 ай бұрын
Good tips, thanks!
@521farmer
@521farmer 7 ай бұрын
Wow So True ya Hit the Nail on the Head Make it Look Like something to be Proud of Not some Piece Of Crap So Ya Makes ya Wonder why People Go to big Shops to get the Stuff done I've been weldin for over 45 yrs and People Say Farmer ya Do great work and Ya Hav Pride in what ya Do for us Keep it up Ya Make Me Proud Of What Ya Do And say ya wood hav Been great Partner Back in the Day Keep it up Ya Got this I Wood say ya Be Around for awhile Ya Say How it is Don't see that Much no more Thks for sharin from Canada SK LAter
@GarageFab
@GarageFab 7 ай бұрын
Thank you my friend! Your kind words mean more to me than you know.
@pearlcustoms
@pearlcustoms 7 ай бұрын
Great content brother!
@GarageFab
@GarageFab 7 ай бұрын
Thank you my friend! 🙏
@rwbodiford
@rwbodiford 8 ай бұрын
I see that new 225x in the background.... I just picked one of those up too !
@GarageFab
@GarageFab 8 ай бұрын
Why you being so nosey? Nothing to see here, move along. I don’t know how to use it yet. 😆 Been planning a series on learning TIG using only WeldCoach.com
@rwbodiford
@rwbodiford 8 ай бұрын
@@GarageFab Shiny new things catch my eye 🤣. I'm about to have a Mig 285 on the way too. I'm definitely going to book a Weld Coach session or 2 as well. I've already learned alot from Justin's TFS videos over the years, time to get serious now that I actually have the machine!
@GarageFab
@GarageFab 8 ай бұрын
Yes!
@dongeorge4037
@dongeorge4037 8 ай бұрын
Worthwild suggestions.
@paulh714
@paulh714 7 ай бұрын
Excellent video
@commonsenseisdeadin2024
@commonsenseisdeadin2024 8 ай бұрын
Should get a pneumatic chamfering tool... I completely forgot about them.
@billywillis4194
@billywillis4194 8 ай бұрын
Keep em coming
@kellyjones841
@kellyjones841 8 ай бұрын
Yep, that’s some good tips, thx
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