Mig Welding Techniques Tested

This video shows mig welding techniques as well as push vs pull tests. For welding accessories, visit my store weldmongerstore.com/
A good way to test for penetration is the cut and etch test.
If the test is done while the weld is still fresh on your mind, you can correlate results with what you saw and welding technique can be adjusted and improved.
I used a lincoln power mig 210mp for the first welds with settings of 19 volts and 310 inches per minute of wire speed using .030" diameter er70s6 wire.

[@jeffreymowery7021]

Sorry anyone would be unkind to you about the sponsor thing. I just appreciate all your knowledge and your willingness to share it! Thanks again

[@fernandomongiardino8170]

Hi Jody, I´m from Argentina and I watch your videos mainly beacuse you speech is clear, no stupid music, you talk about techniques, settings, and go straight to the point. Welding is about techniques, materials and results. I get confused when people praise for brands I can't even get in my country.

[@mback12000]

Thumbs up for the "no stupid music" comment!!

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I miss do this...

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No matter how much effort you put in, there are always people trying to have a dig. Would just like to take this opportunity to thank you for making these videos. My welding has improved 10 fold thanks to the information you teach, much appreciated !

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I wish you were sponsored! That way I wouldn't feel guilty about how much I've learned from you for free. I've literally watched every single video you've done. When I first bought my tig welder, I would watch a video and then run to the garage to try what I just learned. I routinely search your videos before starting a new welding project. I've also bought some of your products - all of them as excellent as your videos. It will be a very sad day when you stop producing content. Thank you for all that you do. The world is a safer place when weld joints are properly done.

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Joe Demers me too!

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me also.

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[@MrCrunky92]

never thought for one second you were sponsored. you're just trying to help people out by reccomending good tools, that work. Wouldn't be the welder I am today with out your videos, so thank you, and keep up the good work.

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Ditto, and I'd add that I'd rather brand/product names not be censored. It's useful seeing what works well.

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MrCrunky92: Heck hes never been a salesperson , you can see his purpose is teaching ,and getting people in the trade, america needs more of this ,were losing our workforce .

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Jody has tremendous integrity. When he uses equipment he is giving his honest opinion. I wish he would look at more products. I bought my first everlast because of one of his very early videos. I'd like to hear more about the equipment he uses on a regular basis.

[@johnt9810]

Who is giving you grief about weather you get paid by a company. Jody, you have used and talked about SO many products during your time on KZbin that even IF a company was paying you I wouldn't think twice about it. I believe you are a man of integrity and anything you endorsed would be a quality product. Keep the great videos coming.

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Hi Jody One of the reasons I stayed watching your videos was your honest approach to promoting your shop and the non intrusive way you do it. I am not offended by your style. keep it up. Steve

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Thanks Jody for investing your time into making all these informative videos and thanks for humbly sharing your knowledge!

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[@mdwdirect]

Thank you for your dedication to educating the next generation. I've watched your videos for years, before I ever had any interest in welding. Now I own a Lincoln MIG and an Everlast TIG/stick and I tune in for the necessary techniques. You are awesome!

[@2limbo]

I am from The Netherlands, 61 years old and learning how to weld for my hobby. I always love to watch & learn from a real "master". THANKS! Learn something each time I watch.

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Thank you for taking the time to make these extremely helpful videos Jody. You've helped me and many other welders out there!

[@weldingdata]

I haven't been keeping up with your videos lately, but this one, like all others was well done. Its always nice to see someone share information because of a passion for what they are sharing. You are one of the greatest welding educators out there. The education industry itself is wrapped up in the "bottom line" more than they are the result and love of teaching. Thank for all you do!

[@marylandwelder6091]

I've been welding for about 3 years now through a vo-tech program at my high school. Started in my freshman year and still continue's now into my junior year which is my last sadly. Would just like to say how much your videos have helped over the past 3 years. Whatever i need its here, explained very good and detailed as well. Crazy how convenient your videos are, in a good way of course. We just started mig welding today after months of practicing stick and getting a structural steel certification (with the help of your video's). And i wasn't sure which technique looks the best while getting the best penetration. Looked at my phone during a break to see what time it was and saw you uploaded a video, and my question was answered. Also bought your MIG knuckle not too long ago and its very, very helpful with MIG and Dual sheild as well. But i also use it to prop on out of position pipe or plate if it starts getting too hot, very well made and comfortable product along with the tig finger. Keep making these badass videos and products!

[@morgangeorge4858]

Maryland Welder I’m in votech in Pennsylvania for welding. It’s my first year I’m struggling a bit cause the guys mess with my settings and take my tools a lot. But I enjoy welding so much. It brings me peace when they don’t mess with me.

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I have a welding test tomorrow. This really helping me tomorrow

[@stephencarroll9935]

Same

[@ultimatemonkey]

Haha I wish you were sponsored , but only so you could make more videos for us ! 15 years doing this and I still watch all your videos and could listen to you talk about welding for hours. Thank you for all the effort you put in to help and entertain all of us

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you faked me out this morning, I tried watching and it said "video no longer available", now its back! Thanks for another instructional video Jody!

[@weldingtipsandtricks]

yeah...sorry for the glitch. I was up very late editing and uploading to youtube and apparently was punch drunk and didnt notice a big glitch where the sound didnt work at the end. So I punted and made a different version

[@TheOldKid]

UnitedStatesofBuild lol got me too

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Thank you for what you do. I am 48 years old and am looking at welding as a hobby/ maybe second life. I am taking classes and your videos have been a great supplement on technique. Subscribed.

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don't change a thing...RWS said it all...Hobbyists and professionals alike appreciate you and your tireless devotion to us

[@TheOldKid]

you're pretty much the only one that seems to be a straight shooter out of the few most popular channels. if I want someone's honest opinion on a welding product you're the one I tune to sponsorship or not. The others are walking infomercials . Your honesty shows through. Thanks for all the help.

[@gordjohnson70]

It's been about 35 yrs since I welded MIG and stick in a factory. I enjoyed the welding but the constant production push.. more, more, more drove me out. I never had much training, just kinda picked it up along the way. Your videos have brought back things I've forgotten and teach me a lot of things I never knew. Our simple old welders had most of the numbers worn off the dials. I just set all the machines by feel. A lot of your numbers and hi tech settings are wayyy over my head, but I do get the general concept. Todays welding machines have too many bells and whistles for me. I bought a fairly simple TIG / stick welder and will piddle around in the garage making small boat anchors, steel framed picnic tables etc. It will be a strictly hobby thing. Your videos will teach me TIG. I've never done it before, but it looks like fun.

[@tonytully931]

I've never had the impression that you were ever sponsored. I've always appreciated you showing tools and products that you use. It helps when deciding what tool I want to get next

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Tony Tully Right on. Even if he was sponsored so what? He shares a wealth of knowledge and what do people want for free?

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Sir you are a very good mentor. Don't let people get you down, just ignore them and carry on. Its nobody business what you do. Whether its a sponsor or not. Mean people suck. Keep up your mentoring. Thank you.

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I'm currently in welding school. Your videos are really helping me out. I really do appreciate your time and consideration brother.

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You should be sponsored by all those companies. The time you put in , and the content you've covered has yet to duplicates past or present. Ban whoever doesn't like it .

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Thanks for another great video. Sponsored or not, I appreciate you showing the products that you use on a daily basis. It's always helpful to get exposure to new or different tools and techniques from a reputable source such as yourself.

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I've been welding for 50+ years. Anything that makes the job safer, faster or easier i want. Don't change your videos!

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class act jody. best wishes to you and your family. it's also nice not to hear complaining about youtube. honestly that at the end "i have my own store I'm not worried about youtube etc and I'm fine" most inspirational thing i heard in a bit. everyone is crapping themselves and holding their​ hand out except for you. your the man. thank you.

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Moto Z This, just about every channel out there has been on the KZbin income is crashing and burning train, like they need to depend on it.

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thanks for what you do. im an electrician by trade but i took a new job as a maint manager which requires me to weld. you are a big help. im 49 yrs old and you're teaching an old dog new tricks.

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Jody The videos that You put together are by far the best ive seen on the internet. Very knowledgeable articulate and well spoken you explain things with ease in a manner in which mostly anyone can understand . Great sound quality and killer lens shots. You can tell you enjoy what your doing and I don't think your trying to impress anyone. I really like watching these videos and actually benefit from them. Been watching them for years and hope to keep watching new ones for years to come .

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Haters gonna hate. We can tell you care about the community and we all need to eat. Sponsored video or not, you always go above and beyond. Keep up the great work.

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They are just jealous they can't afford the tools

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We purchase products from your store without hesitation. Your products are of the highest quality and we are always more than satisfied. Your channel is top quality and I have no doubt that sponsored or not you would give a fair and honest assessment of any product. I would never doubt your integrity. As for sponsors, if I was selling anything having to do with welding I would want to be on your videos. I have shown your videos to my students and I thank you for what you do!

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hi Jody even if you were being sponsored by these companies I don't see what the big deal would be. you're the one putting all the time and effort into making these videos and you deserve every last penny you make and I truly enjoy and appreciate what you do. thank you so much!!!!!

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I've learned a lot from you regardless of who sponsors you. Keep up the great work.

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I’m just trying to teach myself to weld and I’m very grateful for any information so thank you for taking the time to make this video, much appreciated.

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First welding video that has ever made me hungry... love your content and your delivery. Thanks for all you do. Keep it up.

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My friend Jody, this world is full of mouths who have yet to learn that God gave us two ears and one mouth and the obvious point is that we should listen twice as much as we speak. You have helped me in my life through your wonderfully beneficial videos. Because of your fair, equal and balanced reviews of machines and products, I have benefited. As a non-practicing A&P, I see in your style and approach to conveying your advice and knowledge a polished set of editing skills and a consistent no-nonsense style that is so refreshing compared to the mountains of needless information I received years ago while in pursuit of that license. As an old guy now, I only need the nitty gritty such as what you and Jimmy and the like offer. Thank you and keep up the good work!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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here what kind of electrode used..???

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I have been watching your videos for a while and as a former welding educator of high school students and adults I find your material accurate and informative. If I were a rep. of any of the manufacturers you listed I would have you under contract. Keep doing what you do....

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Customer for life! honest knowledgeable and down to earth.. thank you!

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Josh, you set the standards in this video to which other KZbin creators should aspire. Thank you - great video. Mike, UK

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You are the only welder that I truly understand being a novice and all.

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it’s good that you put the metric sizes in for us aussies you guys are weird with that imperial stuff love the vids

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We're slowly working our way over to metric. It is painful though.

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That's not how you spell superior.

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Leave it to us Americans to use something different from the rest of the world

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and us europies too

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We will adopt the metric system as soon you aussholes stop stealing our 10mm sockets!

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Jody you are a gentleman and a scholar sharing your 30 years of experience with us.

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Thanks for the vids Jody, I've been watching for years. I've learned a lot from teachers, coworkers, everybody I can to be honest, and from you man! You've definitely helped me become a better welder. I was TIG welding the other day, and it takes time to really get it, that's just how it is, and I was thinking about something you said once about the shape of the puddle... and I swear just then I made the leap from being a pretty good TIG welder to being pro... Thanks again for everything you're doing Jody!

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I’m just getting into welding and find these videos so useful! Thank you

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Thanks again man. I know a lot of students have bought from your store because we've talked about you and watched your videos Keep up the great work man

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Great video, Jody! Lots of information here. Thanks!!

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JD Brewer yes ... dear

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[@melvinlincoln71]

I've a student going to school for welding! I've been into welding since I can remember. Welding is something I like to do everyday! I always tell people I'm not doing it for the money I'm doing it so I don't have to work a day in my life..... nice videos man! You give good advice, keep up the good work.

[@mr.albertazzi8225]

Thanks for the tips , I am a beginner welder and I am taking a 10 week class on Welding . I appreciate your tips. I have subscribed to your video feed so I will be looking forward to more of your helpful and useful information.

[@cat637d]

I learn something new EVERY episode, please keep em coming!

[@kylelehr1122]

Shots fired at chucke2009! Nicely done Jody! Thank you for being such an awesome guy, and putting out such awesome content through the years. When I learned on the job how to weld several years ago, your videos helped me so much. I still learn something with every video to this day. Please keep up the good work!

[@ianbertenshaw4350]

I don't care how you pay your bills , or if you are sponsored or not i just like your videos man ! I would expect that even if you were sponsored and doing a review that you would give an honest verdict as it helps the manufacturer to improve the product and helps us to make an educated decision as to the equipment we buy . Don't let the trolls out from under the bridge Jody as once you do you will never get them back under ! Best to keep them there and get over that bridge and move on . Keep the good work coming !

[@LewisRenovation]

Thanks Jody. Your videos have been extremely helpful in my learning how to weld the past 3 years

[@unknownprodigy8033]

Lewis Renovation & Repair same here

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Since the start of watching your videos I have always been impressed with your ability & attitude! You have alot of respect from myself & 👍 on the good work.

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That uphill triangle pattern is golden works like a charm!!

[@ddesilva61]

Well said sir! And the fact that you allow comments and discussion on your posts, unlike some other welding tubers - certainly says allot

[@benyork3895]

I love your honesty Jody. Keep it up!

[@MajorTendonitis]

Plus 1. Jody seems like a stand up guy . Love his videos

[@DEVUNK88]

I've always understood you give great tips and tricks and if part of that is showing off equipment that works well for you and gets great results, and as a beginner looking to purchase good tools I love that. It's pretty obvious your not just some paid KZbin advertiser Jody, never not once did that thought cross my mind, keep up the great work!

[@adamkenworthy2421]

very refreshing to see videos of such great quality not muddied up by the sponsoring bullshit. only so many times one can tolerate hearing about a new machine running 'the smoothest 7018 arc I've ever seen' and other such obvious lip service. You're not the best welder in the world, and you don't claim to be but the education you've provided over the years to thousands of people, myself included, is absolutely invaluable and very seldom found elsewhere. All the best Jody, keep it up mate 🖒

[@frankobrien9124]

Adam you say NOT the best in the world ,i would suggest he is ,please show us the one you think is the best.

[@nathanielschmierer1674]

I look forward to your videos every week, and have learned a lot! Thank you for sharing your knowledge, and I wish those companies you mentioned did sponsor you!

[@nathanialconway7832]

Thanks mate I'm a first year apprentice and your video was incredibly helpful.

[@TheRjvandeven]

Your awesome Jody don't let the stupid internet make you sad! we all love your channel and even if you were sponsored we wouldn't care! your channel makes all of us better welders and we appreciate it

[@RWSBrowning]

Jody you are sponsored by Awesome. We knew that for years.

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I approve this comment.

[@MrFireman164]

Seal Of Approval I second this approval

[@mrracer98]

HAHA Exactly!!!

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Indeed!

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As we golfers say: "Jody, you Da Man."

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Give'em hell Jody!!! I never comment, but really appreciate all you contribute. I don't care where you make money, make as much as you can.... Stay true to your values and don't worry about the masses. Most of them need a job anyway!!! Truly appreciate you bringing your knowledge for us to learn from!!!! Thank You!!!!

[@eugenecosentino392]

Great video again! I for one personally don't care when you talk about what you are using when you are putting a video out. If anything. It helps the people that watch your videos with tool purchases.

[@joefalmo5528]

so glad to see you etch some welds it takes the penetration mystery out of the equation as always good job thanks pal

[@PedroPedro-jm4lk]

I offer you my respect. Good and insiring. Lovely welds and humble. I am new to welding and this video helps. Good for you as well when it comes to making clear about sponsors. Thank you from Blighty.

[@johnwilliams242]

Don't care if your sponsored or not.... love the vids great resource for a beginner like me appreciate the amount of work you put in

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This guys videos really help me out in the field! Thank you sir.

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I personally really appreciate your videos. They helped me pass many weld test.. thank you

[@soundslikealot]

Liked first and then saw what's there - that's the way I watch every video by Jody! Thanks for sharing with us!

[@michaelflores5112]

Thank you Jody this helped me in welding class in school today

[@RedheadEquipment]

Keep up the good work and quality videos Jody, don't worry about idiots that leave comments about sponsors. I have learned a lot from watching your videos and appreciated when you show how to set a particular machine or what grinder you use. We all use the same brands of gear it's no secret.

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I am haïtian (pou sam wè nou ka fè avèk aparèy soudé ki rélé ,mig oubyen mag, tig la sa banm kè kontan chak jour) bont travay pou indistry ki fabriké yo wa ,bon travay pou you tube ki fè mwen wè yo an vidéyo.

[@philotomybaar]

I don't need to buy cups and gas lenses from you Jody but I will because I want to support what you do. If I ever want to brush up on a process I haven't done in a year or so, I go to your videos first. Thanks for creating this great body of educational work.

[@Svande51]

You always seem up front on who pays for what in all your vids Never really seen anything different, either.. Always straight forward on the info you present ,and just calling it like you see it.. You do a good job, and many people are helped by the info..Good stuff..Thanks!

[@ronsites2694]

Another great video, I love it when you cut and etch the welds.

[@Adub86]

Who cares if he is, or is not. He's got the best tutorials for welding on KZbin. For free. I appreciate what he does.

[@johnhudson6469]

This is such a great resource for new and old alike! I am very glad to have found your videos. And I can't wait to try out the new mag-tabs I got from the weldmonger store!! Keep up the good work. Thanks! Oh and the tig finger is awesome!

[@timwilliams2302]

people just need to bicker about something. I think when you show or "feature" products that you use, it helps me decide what I might need to better my fabrication skills. Keep up the great videos, enjoy them all. Thanks

[@liammiller4758]

Now I have some real world knowledge to apply when using my everlast mig welder. Thank you.

[@blaketchida5422]

Nice touch at the end, well said.. Sick of my other channels complaining about views and how they're struggling. It is funny how these same channels use the click-bait tactic to try to get more views. Coincidence? I think not. Great work and great videos, keep it up Jody!!

[@BrucesShop]

Thanks Jody You have taught me a lot. I am a low budget welder. Very low. 240 amp AC welder and 30 wire Flux core. It is amazing how much i can accomplish with these 2 machines.

[@jimbob6048]

Really appreciate your videos......always learn when watching! Thank You

[@cannonlopez9753]

Jody we would all like to say thank you all the tips and great quality videos.

[@pontiacmaniac2]

I picked up two of the tig fingers from you, one for home, and one for work. Like you say, "a prop in your pocket". Thanks.

[@robertford1329]

Thank you for your channel, I always refer to your videos before I tackle a different type of project that I am not sure of, thanks

[@darylscott1592]

one of the best mentors i've had, good work jody

[@UniversalGamer647]

Jody dont worry about what other people say I just really really enjoy watching your videos and getting the knowledge and techniques and all the information you have to offer. I just got done with Arc 2 where we focused mostly on vertical up, horizontal and overhead welding and your videos have helped a lot with that as well as my instructors guidance. I also just took tig 1 and i got to learn flat, vertical up and horizontal for that. I am looking forward to continuing learning about tig welding. I also have only done mig in flat and horizontal so i dont know anything about vertical up and horizontal or overhead but thats why im here :). Thanks for everything and keep doing what your doing :). PS that tig finger really helps :)

[@thereality7739]

It's very much amazing when u get the chance to learn MIG welding, one thing I like about this type of welding, it doesn't mess up the work shop

[@sharkmechanic2602]

great tutorial. I really think this will help the quality of my welds.

[@petikan]

I bought some of your products a while ago when starting to do tig welding. Learned alot from your channel.

[@MJADoingStuff]

New sub here first video for me and I started welding between 1993-95 and I always thought pushing my welds got better penetration thanks for correcting me. Never to late to fix a mistake.