Sheet Metal Fabrication Hacks | Build Anything with Basic, Affordable Tools

[@TimWelds]

You can learn to weld. I'll show you exactly what to do in my affordable online welding courses at courses.timwelds.com.

[@arisskarpetis]

Congrats on the silver button! You have been my go to welding resource for my diy projects for a few years now. Keep it up!

[@Bettinasisrg]

This is what we need. Most people don't have $2000 welders, $5000 fabrication machines etc.

[@Hey_Its_That_Guy]

Congrats, Tim! Well deserved. By far the best beginner welding channel on KZbin.

[@TimWelds]

Thank you so much!

[@B.Cote39]

Absolutely agree , great tutorials & tool reviews !! I'm actually welding my nokka log loader with the little dekko pro inverter thx to Tim here. Before that I had no clue🤷upgraded all the pistons even made my own brackets! Thank you Tim! Keep on sharing brother 🙏😎

[@Adhdad1]

47 years old, and have just ordered all the bits and bobs to start arc welding. Been intimidated by the craft, but just wanted to say thank you. Hated school and channels like yours have made it possible for me to learn skills that I never thought I would. Cheers Tim, very grateful.

[@daniloribeiro7254]

This is great. Straight to the point and "begginer" friendly. Thank you

[@stevepreston3151]

Another great video I’m 65 and just decided to take up welding as a hobby now retirement is near your videos are perfect for beginners like me keep them coming.

[@YohanesWimpy]

finally, I found the tutorial I need to do some basic forms using simple tools. thanks a lot!

[@GaiusGarage]

Just got started welding barely two weeks ago! Watched so many of you videos which have been indispensable. so much great info shared clearly and concisely! best welding education content on youtube. 100k subscribers well deserved!!

[@blem7122]

That's great you got your silver botton. I am new to welding. Just started school 2 weeks ago and how you brake everything down has been helping me better understand everything

[@Matanumi]

Well deserved man.... I've learned more on this channel then I have in 6 months of an intro course in Fab

[@ajsironworks3937]

Really enjoy the fact you show every day people with basic stuff they too can do cool stuff. Then you show them setting and rods and polarity knowledge to help them not only now but in the future.

[@twothreebravo]

Congrats on the Silver Play Button, it's well deserved, you make great videos with great instructional value.

[@bobm2331]

Tim, very clear and you added nothing more than what was needed to understand the bending and welding. Well done Sir.

[@yvesf5355]

Congratulation Tim ,I'm a new welder ,it's something I always wanted to do now at 60 ,decided to do it' what I like about your videos is the way you explain thing ,that even I can understand ,keep up the videos Tim ,there great, thank you very much ...Yves

[@PaydayGabeBCNV]

👏👏 Congratulations 🎊 on your 100k Award. You deserve it and we're glad to help you get there. Cheers 🍻 to you Tim. The aluminum block heat sink trick is 💯👍. 🤣, grinder and paint 🎨, priceless 😂. Keep up the good work.

[@TimWelds]

Thanks so much!

[@gregruopp4437]

Congrats Tim! Thanks for all the help!

[@TimWelds]

Thanks so much!

[@kevlarshanahan1087]

I watch a LOT of instructional videos and yours are the best! You provide just enough background/theory so I understand what's going on but you quickly jump into the "How-to" without loosing us. Please keep up the great work and know that you are helping 1000s of us to become better metal-workers every day.

[@docs3391]

Congratulations! One of the best channels.

[@michaelclark6610]

Man I’ve watched like 5 videos from you back to back. Working on saving up for a flux core mig welder and love these tips and tricks for fabrication. Keep it up! You just gained a subscriber!

[@melgross]

Congratulations, Tim. You deserve it.

[@TimWelds]

Thank you very much, Mel! I always appreciate your comments!

[@ChefBogan]

Congrats on 100k subscribers! Love your channel!

[@TimWelds]

Thanks so much!!

[@mindyhall4638]

Congratulations Tim on passing 100k!!! Love your channel!

[@TimWelds]

Thanks a ton!

[@gadgetshouseofbuild1554]

Congratulations Tim well deserved! Everyone can learn including season old guys. Great stuff keep it up

[@davesracingchannel9261]

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[@juan-pierreconradie1463]

Congrats my man you deserve it, I'm currently learning to weld through your videos and I've gotten a lot better

[@tshepotseladikae]

that bending technique were you cut first is life saver . thanks

[@mike-yp1uk]

I like the project because there is an endless possibility only limited by imagination. All providing practice

[@Coolbreeze6132]

Congrats on the 100k Award Tim!

[@TULARECOUNTYNsV]

Thank you TimWelds for all the videos you have made you have helped me to understand how to weld as I teach myself how to weld , without your videos I would have stopped trying to weld cause its not as easy as it looks !! I highly appreciate you taking the time to make your videos and explaining everything clearly in plain english....

[@kwaaaa]

Sooo many good tips in a small time span. Thanks so much, Tim.

[@davehuxley6689]

Congrats Tim for your well deserved award. This video was just what I wanted I have just acquired some 6mm sheet metal to make an electric motor mount and belt adjustment set up on my metal lathe. I was wondering how to cut straight lines with the angle grinder and was going to drill several holes and file out slots for making motor adjustment for the vee belt, I will now use the angle grinder as you did. Very grateful to you for taking the time to show us, you have taught me so much,I have got my son in Atlanta is now subscribing to you channel Dave H (ENGLAND)

[@go.do.live.adventures]

I know I'm late watching this, but Congratulations!!! Your videos have been very helpful in my journey into welding

[@troydunn6005]

Congrats on the 100k. Hands-down best beginner welder channel out there. You are the one that convinced me to just buy a cheapy welder (Deko) and get started learning. My needs are more farm-related like fences, so wind is a concern. It was good to know about shield gasses before choosing the type of welder. Thanks

[@Matanumi]

or just get sick it's rough but it's cheap and it works everywhere....

[@paulbernett1581]

Great Idea Tim on the way to Bend the Sheetmetal without using a Brake.

[@samsonsteelfabricationptyl774]

Congratulations Tim welding keep the steel welding

[@thigtsquare950]

Ti , thanks for thee tips!, I just subscribed mid video. I liked it. It helped me loose the fear to do sheet metal without all the machines needed.

[@hms1688]

Congratulations, Tim! thanks for your share this, it can save much cost base on most basic tools. We are a strong manufacturer of sheet metal fabrication in China, with high quality and competitive price. Rapid prototyping and batch produce.

[@danielchambers1958]

Tim . . . congrats on the trophy . . . you earned it my friend! I love the project and tips you shared. I will definitely be revisiting this video in the future. I may watch it 50k times just for the tips . . . the slot idea was awesome . . . thanks again.

[@donatellonabotti2299]

This is the first TimWelds video I've watched and it was very helpful. I make smokers out of old water heaters and I blow through the sheet metal sometimes, so the aluminum trick is going to get a lot of mileage. Thank you. And congratulations on 100k Subscribers.

[@davesracingchannel9261]

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[@donatellonabotti2299]

Was there something in that link that was supposed to be helpful or was it just dropped there because this is the current highlighted comment and you wanted visibility? If there was something pertinent please direct me to the time stamp you would like me to start at. Otherwise you get a thumbs down for guerilla marketing tactics.

[@thirrybelisle]

Well deserved, keep doing these videos it makes me want to buy a welder

[@TimWelds]

Thanks! It's a fun skill to work on.

[@craigsnowden]

Woo hoo! Congratulations on the growth.

[@TimWelds]

Thanks a ton!

[@bill3641]

Thanks for the tips ( especially about drilling corners) on layout . I'm curious , what was the thickness of the material that you where using ? Thanks

[@Travellingworkbench]

I was wondering as well. Found it in a previous comment. He said 16 gauge. 1.5mm for metric friends.

[@davidquinn4787]

Thanks for all the excellent instructional videos - I've learned a lot which had helped me improve my welding.

[@derekbell5333]

Congratulations!!! You’ve created an amazing resource for those of us just getting into welding. Cheers!

[@Name-ps9fx]

Genius invention! I need a couple of those shelves for cans!

[@MarekKubi]

Thanks for cm and mm information. Very professional.

[@gudalawrence3746]

Congrats , just subscribed. I’ve had a stick weld machine for years and have never used it myself so am taking lessons from you channel. So far so good I’ve welded two steel rebars together 😁✌🏾

[@intricate6927]

Congrats! You earned every subscriber you have! I've easily watched 10 of your videos since buying myself a cheap stick welder to weld my own exhaust. Your tips and tricks are great for anyone trying to learn the trade for whatever reason. I was also kind of relieved to see you have the same little welder I just bought. The Deko MMA-160. Keep up the great videos!!

[@CircuitsAndStrings]

That play button is rad. You rock!

[@TimWelds]

Thanks Daniel! Appreciate it!

[@alexgonzalez2338]

Congratulations on you 100k subscribers. Definitely deserve it. I wouldn’t be an amateur welder if it wasn’t for your channel

[@PROJECTDRIVEN1]

You mean that you would be an amateur welder if it wasn't for Tim's channel

[@TimWelds]

Thank! I appreciate that!

[@jamesyates5191]

I appreciate that you use some of the cheapest products as well as some the top tier ones. Your use of the Harbor Freight 125 amp mig with the top of the line Miller mig showed the results are dependent on the user. Just use what you can afford. I started woodworking with a Sears drill and circular saw. Let your projects determine your next tool.

[@YT-User1013]

Great channel and content Tim. Well deserved.

[@jaymond80]

Congrats Tim. You deserve it. Great content from a great guy.

[@TimWelds]

Thank you, Joe!

[@Mike-ud5of]

Congrats on 100k Tim! Well deserved, you’ve been doing a great job. I always learn a lot and enjoy your videos. Thank you!

[@mikepierson3097]

Congrats, Tim! Thanks for all the great videos, you’ve taught me so much!

[@hezowo6445]

I watched your video after cutting what will be a table into smaller pieces because I didnt know how to bent 3mn sheets. I wish Ive seen it before!

[@flatearthbear4077]

Well deserved congratulations !!! Great info Great channel Thank You 🍻

[@TimWelds]

Thank you so much!

[@DustyWall]

Congrats on 100k! Your videos were integral to convincing me to start learning. Just started with stick welding a couple days ago.

[@yorkrojas1452]

Grinder and Paint makes you the Welder you Aint!! Hahahahaha, almost killed me with this one!!! Thanks Master!!

[@henryworkswoodandmetal]

Really great stuff, always learn something useful! 👍

[@dolfandringa]

This is a really good video. Maybe one of your best. Definitely worthy of the upcoming gold play button ;)

[@TimWelds]

Thank you so much!

[@rolandomota6599]

Keep up the great work you helped me out with your videos congratulations 🎉

[@dirtywaterfab1695]

this is awesome. you showed some great techniques. thanks!

[@tunichtgut5285]

With good cut off wheels you can make 100% straight cuts freehand. I use the 1mm thick 3M Cubitron cut off wheels. Yes, they are expensive but they cut like hell and last forever.

[@TimWelds]

Thanks for the suggestion! I'll have to give those wheels a try.

[@trophbrwntrouthunter]

Cubitrons are the best! Your right, you pay for them, but they are great.

[@davidschwartz9636]

Some good tips there Tim on how to get the job done with basic tools. - Thank you. Also, congratulations on the 100,000 subscribers award. - You make great videos, it's to be expected.

[@oscarsmith6519]

Great information. Thanks.

[@FeatherHorseforge]

Awesome idea thanks Tim, I need to make a draw for my drill bits this will be the perfect way to do it. I was going to use sheet metal and angle iron 🤔🤷🏼

[@boba9253]

Maybe I missed this, but what gage sheet metal are you working with? Thanks

[@TimWelds]

This is 16 gauge. That's my go-to thickness for most parts other than signs, which I use 18 gauge for.

[@chucknorris2952]

First time im peeking in. Looks promising👍

[@bradthayer6782]

I learn something every time, thanks and congrats!

[@PowerElectronic]

Your channel is great. Congratulations on the KZbin play button. Best wishes from Spain.

[@TimWelds]

Thank you so much, Diego!

[@MattGratt]

Another great video - lots of tips and nice and easy to follow for a beginner like me. Thanks!

[@TimWelds]

Thank you so much!

[@bamabry]

Great tips and a nice little project! I need something similar for my shop, so I'm gonna give this a shot!

[@Delta_3]

Long time viewer, but infrequent commenter. This was a really excellent and helpful video, the tip with using the angle iron as a grinder guide, and the aluminium block as a conductor where something else. I'll definitely be implementing them on my next welding project!

[@olegvelichko1659]

Congrats on the button! And I think I’ll be replicating this design, or something quite similar to it!

[@erikandersen4811]

Congratulations Tim!! I’ve loved watching and learning from your videos in my journey of learning about welding. 🙂

[@jerrygoldfuss466]

That's some good information. Thanks Tim, Congrats!

[@MegaPeers]

Congrats on the 100k subs! 100% deserved

[@TimWelds]

Thank you so much!

[@bengman95]

I liked the comment you made that this is a "real world video!" Congrats on the 100k subs! I'm a proud one myself. Good content, it helps me a lot!

[@mikeoneil6313]

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[@TimWelds]

Thanks a ton!

[@Fox9582]

Congratulations on the silver button! Hopefully you get another soon! I’m actually finishing HVAC class so I think after it I’ll take the Welding but not 100 percent sure just yet!

[@Whabligone]

congrats on the button, you deserve it. and thank you for this video, it came just in time. Planning on doing some stuff and for a beginner like me, this is absolute valuable information. thanks again.

[@mbarker1958]

Greetings from England, fantastic channel! I use a jigsaw with metal blade for sheet metal as a cheaper option.

[@TimWelds]

Thank you so much! Great suggestion! Tools like jigsaws and circular saws are often overlooked when it comes to metalwork, but they can be great for certain things.

[@tristindevore4574]

Great vids. Keep them going

[@ridinrocks]

Using the aluminum as a heat sink great idea

[@asoughi]

Most informative channel!!

[@TimWelds]

Thank you so much!

[@tomfull6637]

Good content in your videos! Thx

[@matthiasbunzli2435]

Great Video! Thanks for the very good tips! :-)

[@pankajshivankar1454]

Congratulations 👏

[@TimWelds]

Thank you so much!

[@bramvandermallie2229]

Sheet metal worker here ... Ya done alright ! Congrats on the award ! what wire did you use to TIG the corners ? The other thing I noticed is you used hot rolled metal (on the plasma cut pc) and that alone will throw off some carbon during the process (welding) either mig or tig. Cold rolled would have fused like stainless butterness. Dont be affraid to use stainless 308L / .035 for filler it will actually help . Want an adventure? try TIG welding Galv or galvaneel ( paintlock) with the stainless wire. a 309 wire will actually make it even easier because of the americium in it.a good everything to anything.. SIB is good to but not a true weld in my book. Cheers and best wishes on 200,000 more !

[@daltanionwaves]

"A firm grip on the tool, but a light touch on the material"... There are too many ways, and too many different applications, where that is such great advice for the beginner fabricator. From cutting sheet materials to cutting a sushi roll... Quality advice for quality work.

[@ahbushnell1]

send cut send is good!

[@ZILAwelds]

reminds me of the time I started and I had to cut everything with a 4.5 or 5" grinder .... and then plasma was a total game changer .... ...

[@0richbike]

Nice idea with the Ali heat sink. I'm going to try that

[@TimWelds]

Thanks! I have a bunch of aluminum bars that I clamp to stainless steel to help reduce distortion. No reason it can't work for stuff like this.

[@interludo]

Thanks for talking measurements in both Imperial and metric

[@amcustomfab]

congrats on 100k that is awesome

[@TimWelds]

Thanks Alex!

[@patbournes5281]

“Grinder and paint makes me the welder I ain’t.” - great saying!

[@rcytb]

Great video as usual. One thing I will mention, however, is this: Acetone is a known carcinogen. Rubbing alcohol is a much cheaper and safer solvent to remove magic marker lines.

[@Ryan-yi6su]

I agree congrats 👏 Do you sell the measurements? For the projects? I just ordered my dekopro After watching many of your videos I do plan on buying the courses When I have a bit more coin

[@TimWelds]

Thanks! I don't have any project plans available right now...I'm often just winging it :)

[@DeltaCharlieMike]

Another fantastic informative video.

[@TimWelds]

Thanks a ton!

[@thomasblackwell9507]

Great video! I am just getting ready to start welding and this was great! Pleas, make more minimalist videos like this ( with a arc welder and angle grinder). Considering that is all I have.