How To & DIY
How To Choose The Right Aftermarket Connecting Rods
Aftermarket connecting rods come in various designs, materials, and lengths, and picking the right combo will come down to five key factor [More…]
Aluminum
How To & DIY
How To Weld A Cast Aluminum Bolt Hole Without Damaging Threads
Cast aluminum weld repairs are hard. Welding around a bolt hole w/o damaging threads is even more difficult. This trick may help your repair. [More…]
DIY Projects
Making A Custom Aluminum Modern Bomber Seat From Scratch
The Fab Forums is making some aluminum seats from scratch that have a hot rod bomber seat feel, but with some modern touches. [More…]
Products & Reviews
Alumaloy ~ Amazon’s Cheap Alternative To Expensive Aluminum Welding
With a little practice, Alumaloy makes a solid alternative to aluminum welding — All you need is the Alumaloy rod and propane torch. [More…]
Welding Basics
Does Material Surface Prep Matter? TIG Carbon, Stainless, Aluminum
In TIG welding material prep is as important as the welding itself…Or is it? Weld.com tests that theory by prepping carbon steel, stainless steel and aluminum in a variety of ways to see if preparation [More…]
How To & DIY
How To Shape, Gas Weld and Polish Aluminum
Chris Runge demonstrates the process in shaping, gas welding and polishing aluminum beginning with pattern making. [More…]
How To & DIY
2 Minute Tech ~ How To Braze Aluminum
“Welding” Aluminum Without a Welder ~ DIY Aluminum Brazing with a Propane Torch and Brazing Rods. [More…]
