Jeep Rubicon axles modified to fit. Mig and Tig welding basics.

[@cadilakisrodcustom]

You're like the Bob Ross of axle building. 😂

[@thedirtheadshed]

I get that a lot..

[@cadilakisrodcustom]

@@thedirtheadshed it's refreshing

[@ECS46987]

Watching Dave weld is like therapy. Welding school is in.

[@thedirtheadshed]

I’m glad people are watching! I wasn’t sure if it would be too boring

[@BlindBatG34]

I’m not an off road guy, but I always watched DED for the technical content. Getting full episodes of fab and tech tips is amazing.

[@chucknanopoulos7227]

The most casual and relaxed I've ever seen you Great video man

[@thedirtheadshed]

Thanks! Yeah. It was a chill project. Sometimes you need those

[@RobertL78]

I tried watching this video last night after a long day and kept nodding off.

[@larrynason8716]

I'm a recently retired auto body tech. About the only thing I really miss about the trade is mig welding. Most of my welding was like 22 gauge sheetmetal. Quite challenging.

[@thedirtheadshed]

That can be tricky. But I’m still better at it than tig. I can’t make tig and thin sheet metal work right

[@larrynason8716]

@@thedirtheadshed My favorite is still gas welding and gas brazing. Larger stuff got stick welded. Gas is how we did it early in my career. Later it was all done with mig. and more recently silicon brass and wire feed aluminum. Unfortunately I have VERY limited experience with tig. As I said gas welding is still my favorite, it feels more hands on and personal somehow. Also as they say "a man likes to do what he is good at".

[@jfs6545]

Dave, I am stoked on this channel. You have done a lot of gigs and I am happy to see the channel gaining momentum. As a PNW guy, I like knowing you are running around these mountains on bikes and 4x4;s.

[@bRad73016]

Been a fan since you joined Dirt Every Day. Nice tip about using WD-40 for spatter spray. Gonna try it.

[@thedirtheadshed]

It works well. Just don’t overdo it

[@br549200]

Dave’s welding shop class!

[@thedirtheadshed]

Welcome in

[@junkyardjunkie7192]

Been welding stuff like this for years this is good info most of us either had to learn by screwing stuff up or we were lucky to have an old timer coach us that learned the previously mentioned hard way

[@thedirtheadshed]

True! I’m that old timer now

[@junkyardjunkie7192]

Me too brother

[@kristoferjohnson5967]

Appreciate the flip-flop shop vibes

[@thedirtheadshed]

Too hot for shoes right now

[@jimmyvalhalla1939]

I did some farm type welding a couple months ago in flip flops. Poor idea.

[@dennisrussell653]

Checked you out after I seen the episodes on VGG. You are a very talented welder and I will be glad to subscribe and watch more of your talents at work... good stuff!!

[@thedirtheadshed]

Right on ! Welcome in

[@button-puncher]

Glad to see Dave getting more exposure. The dude's fabrication skills are amazing.

[@chas8008]

I love the way you just knock out the welding, and explain as you go. very nice and family friendly

[@thedirtheadshed]

Glad you enjoyed it.

[@skidroseracing]

I definitely need to try that filler rod, and the wd40 trick for mig spatter. Good stuff!

[@thedirtheadshed]

That filler rod is amazing

[@neversaydie9210]

Great video Dave. Your suggestions and anecdotes are difficult to find else where and are extremely valuable. Thanks for taking the time to educate guys like me!

[@MarkPorter-y6l]

I get enthralled on your projects! Plus I’m a lefty too and watch how you work around your welds vs the right handed guys.

[@thedirtheadshed]

Right on, glad you’re enjoying the channel

[@papatomsthoughts]

Dave, you do an awesome job explaining welding settings and techniques. Great job. 😊😊😊😊😊

[@richwood8650]

I think I'm back on track! I got a notification and everything. Hey Dave! Now after watching, I must say another fine job. You talked about it and got it done. 👍🏼

[@thedirtheadshed]

Fantastic!

[@imcmcguiness5110]

Thank you Davo. I asked for welding tutorials, and you provided. Love it. Thank you fine Sir. Keep it coming

[@rediron44]

Nice fab work. Always fun seeing the fabrication gettin done.

[@Damage_Incorporated.]

A pleasure as always, sir.

[@thedirtheadshed]

Thanks for the continued support

[@b-lopez394]

Dave, Thanks for sharing the axles fabrication tutorial👍. Awesome work. Loved how you lift the axle from the D50. As the old saying goes, Work smarter not harder.

[@85Crawler]

Love the combo mig/tig welding video, a lot of helpful tips your sharing about the process of getting everything done right! Great job buddy

[@thedirtheadshed]

Thanks dude. Looked like Colorado was fun

[@85Crawler]

@@thedirtheadshed definitely a trip I won’t soon forget, 400 miles of dirt/gravel roads and wheelin in between on trails…camping with good people, that’s my Jam!

[@AK-DIRECT907]

Dave, Your Channel is one that I've kept subscribed to. Others have been moving away from their original content. Keep it going. Fabing,4wheeling and mountain biking.

[@thedirtheadshed]

That’s what I’m here for too

[@kenfrazier616]

what a good job excellently done

[@thedirtheadshed]

Thank you

[@kenfrazier616]

@@thedirtheadshed anytime glad I found your channel

[@LeadHander]

I use my hoist for everything, too! Definitely not just for lifting cars! Haha.

[@thedirtheadshed]

It’s a great resource

[@JimPenix-u1v]

Givin' that little Dodge a workout.

[@thedirtheadshed]

Yep! It’s a good lil runaround

[@brucejohnson6398]

Great vid Dave. Enjoyed thoroughly. G'day from Oz.

[@thedirtheadshed]

Thanks so much!

[@longtalltexanrc3358]

I love your videos Dave. It reminds me so much of hanging out with my older brother. Great stuff.

[@thedirtheadshed]

Right on. He sounds like a cool dude

[@longtalltexanrc3358]

@@thedirtheadshed he was

[@littlelifters7543]

Your mig welding is on point sir.

[@tylert5872]

Just got done welding my jeep axles. Wish I would have watched this 1st...had to just learn on my own the old fashioned way..

[@RDCM1008]

Thanks for the myth busting and missile wire tip. Very appreciated.

[@thedirtheadshed]

No sweat

[@hedrives]

Love seeing a new TDhS video drop.

[@thedirtheadshed]

Right on. Sorry it was a few hours late. It was a ton of work

[@hedrives]

@@thedirtheadshedBrother, no need to apologize. Appreciate all you do.

[@Hickeyjones]

Washington Alloy is the worst wire I’ve ever used. Great video sir. The sound quality while you’re welding with hood down is great!

[@thedirtheadshed]

I’m just glad someone else agrees that W.A wire is junk

[@Hickeyjones]

@@thedirtheadshedI bought a new 44 lbs roll of it a few years ago and suddenly had several problems with welds cracking almost immediately. I used less than ten feet of that roll and tossed it in the garbage. I’ve used a lot of Hobart and like it, but I’ve got a new 44lbs roll from my welding supply (Norco) that seems pretty good. I’ll find the name tomorrow and share it.

[@thedirtheadshed]

This is all good information to share

[@saturnfivehynrgrc581]

Good stuff Dave, have a good weekend.

[@thedirtheadshed]

You too. Thanks

[@fathertime6177]

always a pleasure to watch you do your thing and too learn every time

[@thedirtheadshed]

Glad you enjoyed this one

[@benjones3329]

I’ll be buying shirts as soon as they drop, can’t wait.

[@thedirtheadshed]

Much appreciated!

[@seans.youtube]

love the sound of a well set-up mig🐝

[@thedirtheadshed]

Same here . It was on point today

[@suzu9404]

Looking forward to the shirts!

[@thedirtheadshed]

Right on. It’s gonna be fun seeing people with them

[@AndyAwkward]

This show was perfect timing Dave just made a Jetski trailer. Thanks for the welding tips….. 👌🏼👍🏼

[@thedirtheadshed]

Right oh. Glad you got something out of it

[@terminalpsychosis8022]

Watching welding is like mediation. I guess doing it too. Seems many are almost, kinda addicted to it.

[@metalmangle]

I have so much to learn with Tig. Great looking welds, you make it look super easy.

[@christopherthompson4359]

Love watching videos like this. Educational and kinda soothing. Maybe I'm wierd but I like the sound of welding.

[@budke42]

Reminds me of stick welding the artec truss/swap kit on an 8.8 to swap in my old TJ. 7018 rod on an old Lincoln tombstone machine

[@thedirtheadshed]

Getting it done

[@dogpotter]

I really enjoy watching you fabricate and weld thank you

[@thedirtheadshed]

Glad you enjoyed the video

[@lifewithdogs7572]

Dave, I love the safety footwear. I cannot judge since I was remodeling my bathroom this past weekend, bare foot. So SAFETY!!! 🤣😂

[@justincroom8961]

I am STOKED‼️🤘 can't wait to rock some DirtHead merch‼️🤘👍

[@thedirtheadshed]

Coming soon!

[@tylertkelley6779]

Was always a Hobart guy, did not know that was Miller; once again shows how little I know. But Miller does alot for education so that is very cool! Really good, and cool project learned a ton. Made in...wait for it---China!

[@thedirtheadshed]

Yeah. Hobart is the sort of lower line of Miller. Really good products for the money. Main difference is that Hobart machines have stops on the voltage settings where miller is fine tunable

[@tylertkelley6779]

@@thedirtheadshed Cool.

[@bobbolieu9013]

Great video. It's fun watching you weld. You keep it simple and real. Plus, your welds look sharp.

[@bgee461]

Great video, love that you crank out content while woking a job... im sure that's challenging, but the effort you put in should pay off

[@thedirtheadshed]

I hope so! If the merchandise does well it will be great

[@buliTnotBot]

Thanks for the video! I’m going to have some done similarly soon for a project.

[@thedirtheadshed]

Right on!

[@mikepoint4717]

Your welding skills are fantastic, great video and man I love that old 2 door in the background. She’s a beauty . Cheers 🇨🇦

[@shanewright6958]

The Axle is looking good 👍👍

[@thedirtheadshed]

Thank you

[@Tophershawn_]

Love the videos 🤙🏼 hope to see some much merch soon!

[@thedirtheadshed]

Thanks! Yes, soon

[@JeepXJ01]

Good stuff. I’m actually upgrading my front 44 with brackets a coilovers on my xj. I dig the every day guy approach

[@thedirtheadshed]

Right on. Get after it

[@only1dat]

Cheers, I'm going to try the WD for splatter sticking.

[@thedirtheadshed]

It’s good, but don’t over do it

[@adamvolwiler7336]

Great stuff like always.

[@thedirtheadshed]

Thank you!

[@jackkrinkov9273]

As a former axle buider/ fabricator I declare this episode as…RAD!!!

[@brianmoffat6672]

From an electrical standpoint point the electricity will take the path of least resistance which is all the paths at the same time. Because there is a gap in bearings it is more likely that 99% do the electrons will flow through the rest of the pumpkin. I imagine it would be super hard to smoke a bearing. A quality ground is way more important than where you place it in this case.

[@thedirtheadshed]

Good insight

[@leemen]

Loved the wd40 trick.

[@thedirtheadshed]

Don’t use too much

[@leemen]

@@thedirtheadshed noted. Thanks!

[@dank3944]

For welding supplies. I went to get a 50 pound can of esab 7018. The welding supply shop talked me into trying executive rod. I think it's made in Mexico. It is fantastic rod. And about 1/3 the price of esab. Don't be afraid to try some of the executive supplies.

[@brandonbennett6708]

More cool stuff Dave! 😎

[@thedirtheadshed]

Glad you enjoyed this one

[@OjaiBonsai]

I just got a welder for $100 it’s on. Thanks for the great videos

[@thedirtheadshed]

Take your time and practice

[@brettfarres]

Now when you say we are betting at welding, I assume you mean blowing holes in everything 🤣 Another great video Dave keep it rad!

[@chicken_whisperer8959]

Love the tutorials Dave. Helps with my welding. I need lots of help 😂

[@thedirtheadshed]

Glat you’re able to get something from the videos

[@JSmithLM7]

Dave, would be really cool if you did welding tutorial series!

[@earlarthur9378]

"Let's see if I can get it into the bed of the truck without hurting myself", says the guy LITERALLY wearing flip flops... LOL

[@thedirtheadshed]

Got to wear them while I can. Winter is just around the corner

[@matthewschneider2089]

Dude!! Great video!!! D50 looking good!!!✌️

[@rafaelvazquez7465]

My buddy is talking me into helping axle swap his xj as I watch this

[@thedirtheadshed]

I don’t doubt it!

[@johnnnyyuma]

I got a welder and I’m into cars! I’m just missing the friends part 😂

[@thedirtheadshed]

I’m sure that’s not the case

[@cadilakisrodcustom]

😂 same bro, same

[@shawnwalker2599]

Mad skills Dave. Very cool video, makes me wish I could weld.

[@ddeter888]

Looking forward to getting some merch! I noticed the audio was quite good on this vid

[@thedirtheadshed]

Thanks. Same mics, but they work better with this new camera than with a GoPro

[@MNHOCKEY1350]

I always look forward to seeing your weekly videos!

[@thedirtheadshed]

Thanks for the support

[@wayneb7190]

Nice video as always. Did i hear shirts, awesome cant wait.

[@thedirtheadshed]

Thanks! Coming soon

[@sculptor6167]

I always love watching you weld up axle stuff...but Please, wear gloves! I know that the sparks aren't too bad if your welder is set up right, but the UV light coming off those welds is going to really mess up your skin...you protect your eye, protect your skin too! Keep up the Great Work! I love the D50! My older sister had a black and gold one!

[@thedirtheadshed]

Copy that. I am enjoying the D50 as well

[@yermoffroad]

Blue demon to send ya some spools of their stuff. I've have had great luck with their stuff

[@thedirtheadshed]

I have heard it’s good as well

[@jasonscharf97tj]

You make it look easy man ! I need to get a welder I'll probably burn my shed down 😂

[@thedirtheadshed]

Do it! (Not the burning down part)

[@DragonsFireMetalWorx]

Thanks for sharing the how-to's Dave! Hoping your merch can be mailed to PO boxes I'm in Canada and it's a huge bummer when I can't support my favorite people on YT when a shirt hits 80 bucks Cdn due to fees etc.

[@stepheninge2173]

Excellent video. I learned a lot.

[@thedirtheadshed]

Glad you got something from it!

[@johnh4056-n3d]

Excellent video

[@EngiTrek]

Have you tried a tungsten grinder? I have an inexpensive one that attaches to a grinder. The ones with the adjustable electrode angles are awesome as they allow you to drastically change the focus of the arc. Using a numerically large angle like 60° and a big cup enables you to really get into those deep areas. Looks great and can’t wait for tee shirts!

[@davidshevlin5735]

Great video as always

[@thedirtheadshed]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@josephwiess2877]

I have two grooves in my old bench grinder from sharpening tungsten with a drill. Upgraded to the sharpie/milwaukee setup, much nicer

[@thedirtheadshed]

I’m not sure why sharpening tungsten was such a chore back in the day

[@Andy_C_aka_Cliff_McCrawl]

Heck yeah, merch drop! 🔥👊🇺🇸

[@drsusa4874]

Ive never seen arcing during welding but i have had it happen a few times using a EDM machine having a .002/.003 gap in a fixture will create arc situation like that to the point were the part had to be scrapped.

[@thedirtheadshed]

I could see that

[@scottr9900]

Big dang truss!

[@thedirtheadshed]

Yep. Fits well

[@PROXIMO22]

this makes me happy

[@thedirtheadshed]

That’s good!! I was hoping the video wouldn’t be too boring

[@jonhill9564]

Support

[@jakeofallterrains9048]

You've got me wanting to weld something, hell anything! 🦾

[@thedirtheadshed]

Fix the safety chains on the trailer. You know they are sketchy

[@HardwayRanch]

Amazing lessons - thanks!

[@thedirtheadshed]

Glad you enjoyed the video

[@tackettshoh]

Awesome work Dave. I’ve never tried the wd-40 trick. I’m always afraid of contamination.

[@thedirtheadshed]

It’s just like anti spatter spray but lighter

[@normp3273]

I'm curious what you think about those gas-less welders that Jegs and Summit sells. For someone like me who does small tasks around the house and small welds for body work and wouldn't need a professional welder. Yay? or Nay?

[@KevinCovert]

Dave thank you for continuing to create this awesome content. Can I ask a simple question? What PSI do you run your shop air at? My compressor runs at 175psi and I'm just feeding that into my shop. So I guess two questions. 1. what PSI do you recommend for shop air and 2. do you think air dryer/cleaner is critical for plasma cutting?

[@thedirtheadshed]

175 is pretty high. My compressor is preset, so I don’t know what it is exactly, but 125-140 is about perfect. A water separator/ dryer is a good idea. I use to run one of those $30 harbor freight ones on my old plasma, but i just have a little inline filter that the me plasma came with now

[@Kyle-ev4fk]

Awesome video! So I can tack stuff together with a FLUX machine and then have someone else burn it in with a MIG welder without contaminating the welds? How come you didn't weld the CAD to the axle tubes? Every video is entertaining and educational great job!

[@thedirtheadshed]

You can totally stick weld and hand it off.

[@justinscherrman]

Definitely need a shirt

[@thedirtheadshed]

Should be soon

[@adamnorthup1620]

@@thedirtheadshed some of us cut, weld, roll guys are 3X :)

[@TheMcNick8]

What welder(s) are you using in this video? It looks like it was accidentally left out of the description. I've enjoy all the videos, especially knowing your a Eastern Washington guy!

[@thedirtheadshed]

I forgot to go back and put that link in there. It’s a miller multimatic 220. MiG tig stick ac/dc all in one

[@TheMcNick8]

Thank you!

[@jonathanheath294]

This is what I want to do to my 2dr jl sport

[@thedirtheadshed]

I’ll try to do a walk around as soon as it’s done. Gonna be cool

[@mh-qq2hj]

I hear you on the welding shop trying to sell you cheap wire. Our local shop always tries to hand me radnor or something like that first. Then I have to convince them I think it’s cool to pay extra for Lincoln. I think they make a lot more on the cheap stuff but it’s not like I’m buying a car. Lol

[@thedirtheadshed]

Exactly

[@gastineau_radio]

Dave, go mythbusters on an old junk axle and see what it takes to pull current through a bearing. Be cool to see if you can actually wreck it.

[@thedirtheadshed]

I’ve got to go more Monster Garage. On to the next one. Metal to burn Sparks to fly!!

[@andrewcaetano7765]

I’m gonna need to see a welding challenge between you and Finnegan lol

[@mikechiodetti4482]

Dave thanks for showing this video and the tech tips. So you weld the pumpkin to the axle tube with TIG, and MIG is used on steel brackets to tubes? Is the pumpkin cast iron, the reason you use TIG? Any tips on what brand/type of MIG welder to buy? I'd like to get back into welding again.

[@firstwordcar]

Just shows there’s more than one way to skin a cat 😅 I’ve always preheated and post heated then wrapped in a welding blanket to cool down when it comes to the center section. I MIG only though. Sometimes I’ve had the welds crack on cool down too if I don’t post heat. You seem to have no issue at all haha

[@thedirtheadshed]

I have had that problem before too. Was just chasing cracks, but I forget what it was on