1992 Jeep Wrangler 4.0L Auto body repair attempt.
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Why not cut the new metal piece the correct size? Why cut it to size against the panel while you weld?
Fitzee is an absolute sheet metal wizard. It's great to see you were successful following his cut and butt technique.
Hi Dale, thank you so much for the encouragement to try something new. I've been looking at sheet welding videos for over a year now trying to work up the nerve to try it. One of the issues I'm having is finding someone using the same welder I bought for my purpose. But in your video I think I see a Harbor Freight Titanium welder. I don't think you ever say what welder or settings you ended up using. Is that by any chance the Titanium Flux 125? And if so, what settings did you use that gave you the best success on the 18 gauge sheet metal? Thanks again!
I think you do a great job, in my opinion you're very talented,. My only suggestion would be to jack (raise) the Jeep so the angle you are welding from is more comfortable / favorable to work from ?
What was your wire speed and voltage settings? I'm just learning to weld and starting to do the same type of repairs
I'm gonna do the same thing here pretty soon, thx for showing us the learning curve, it was encouraging to see even a novice can get it done.
for grinding the weld I always use a 80 grit flap disc, the normal al-ox wheels are pretty rough on the metal and means you have to do more prep work on the primer/bodyfill side. fantastic job still. thankfully the wrangler is a big flat box so no need for complex bends or twists!
I laughed when I saw all the lazer holes; but, nicely done. Have to start somewhere.
try .023 wire and gas is a must . My hobart works well on 2 and and 45 speed for 18 to 20 gauge
I had to replace the floor boards on my Jeep. Had never welded anything before. Quite a learning experience.
As soon as i saw the way you was putting the patch on i thought about Fitzee's fabrication. glad to see you watch him also. only thing i can suggest is thinner wires. go down to .028 wire and now days most cars and trucks are about 20 or 22 gage steel. Fitzee like to work with older car metal because it's thicker. and since he's doing a lot of grinding he needs that extra thickness. don't worry about blowing through just keep working at it. even he blows through some times. and even admits he does. so long as you keep trying it's all good. the patch came out good. i've done a lot worse over the years. but i won't admit to what on.. š
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Well done. Great how you kept trying and figure out each problem the more you do the easier you will find it. Keep up the great work
me again..:) i learn a lot with your videos..thanks…they're also very intertaining…lol
hi dale..small tip: i recommend tacking from the top and tacking going down, going over the previous tack. pretty much like you were doing, but going down. but good job..:) same thing for sideways. your tack leaves a bit more metal, so it's easier to tack on top of that. adding to that tack. hard to explain…:) lol
Absolutely keep practicing technique to prevent blow through , you will get it . You may just need to adjust the angle you hold the gun at so the weld is focused more at the metal and less at the gap . Youāll find your technique and what works best for you .
Heaven knows that Jeepās accumulate enough rust and youāve got enough Jeepās to keep you busy so thereās plenty of practice ahead and lots of content to be had . The harbor freight titanium MiG is said to be a good choice for us diyerās so Iām sure youāll do well .
The great part is your doing it yourself and saving big money on auto body repair . Thatās rewarding in itself .
The tailgate repair looks pretty good . Maybe just a little going over with a flap wheel will make it a little smoother but doesnāt look so bad now .
Fitzeeās fabrications is a great channel . Heās very modest of his skills but does great work . He emphasizes that he makes due with what heās got and does a great job at that . The ideal MIG wire for sheet metal / body repair is around .023 gauge . It ought to make slightly smaller tacks and spots than .030 wire which is overkill on 18 and 20 gauge. Got to go back to fitzeeās channel , he mentioned his preference for welding gas . He does make good welds on fabrication and repairs , he has a good channel to pick up tips from .
Have to say overall , youāve got a handle on what to do from preparing yourself with research and practice . I think youāll get this Jeep looking good as your approaching it with the right and careful attitude . That makes all the difference when just starting out .
Great job Dale . I'm going to be tackling something like this on my TJ this year. I have the common rust spot below the license plate . I did repair this about 5 years ago but its coming back. Time to weld in a patch panel now. I was going to suggest Fitzee's to you also , however you already watch him. That man is amazing and has taught me a lot thru his videos. Until next time take care and be safe sir.
great job for 1st time!!!
the patch on lower body, tack patch over bad spot before you cut it out. then use grinder to cut through both the patch and the body with the grinder angled so you are cutting a cork basically. In other words the disc is angled into the patch area, that way the patch is a perfect fit to the body.
Hey Dale, watch out for your jeeps auto glass, welding next to good glass will embed small specs of flack into your windows
More wire speed is needed
Thatās not easy stuff. Good work.