I then used the templates to trace out the patch panels on some sheet metal.
Welding sheet metal patch panels.
Proper technique will come with practice and experience.
To obtain the best results while mig welding sheet metal proper fitment and cleanliness of the metal are essential.
Then there s the welding process itself lots of practice required.
Say if you are welding an 18 gauge stainless steel sheet that is 2 2 feet in size to repair the side of your tank start by creating a weld that is 1inch long then skip 6 inches and then create a 1 inch long weld.
After slicing the patches out with a cutoff wheel next came the bending hammer and dolly session until the patches matched the holes and fit snug and flush into the flanged seat.
I keep it short and to the point in this welding instructional video and show how ve.
Continue the same way along the sides of the piece of sheet metal.
I used a piece of pvc pipe a vice mount miniature metal break and body hammer kit.
Making a patch panel take some time to make your patch a perfect fit.
If this was your first ever sheet metal butt weld i d try more practice first.
It produces good quality results and is usually the preferred method for autobody repair unless you re a very experienced welder.
Sheet metal welding techniques.
In order to weld sheet metal or patch panel you have to follow certain rules and use specific techniques.
See all 13 photos with the bottom layer welded the next patch can be tack welded in.
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Because if its setup and done right stevie wonder and ray charles can cut a perfectly matched line on panel and patch.
Learn how to mig weld automotive sheet metal in about 5 minutes or less.
Once complete the welds will be ground flush being careful not to thin the metal on either side of the weld.
Mig welding is the easiest process to learn that has revolutionized autobody repair.
Then i d discover all the cutting tricks and tips.
Sheet metal is only thin so you won t need a very powerful welder just check the metal thickness of your sheet metal with the.