BARE MINIMUM TOOLS YOU NEED TO BREAK OUT AS A RIG WELDER | HOW MUCH DOES IT COST

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  • Опубликовано: 12 дек 2020
  • Whats up guys I know I have a-lot of guys that are subscribed to me and want to become rig welders. Today ill show y’all the bare minimum tools you need to buy if you are trying to break out and also give you a idea on how much it will cost you.
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Комментарии • 357

  • @debtcollector159
    @debtcollector159 3 года назад +188

    That 1 person who disliked is sippin on some hateorade

    • @TheWeldLab
      @TheWeldLab  3 года назад +26

      got a few haters bro ..im just trying to help

    • @debtcollector159
      @debtcollector159 3 года назад +5

      @@TheWeldLab when you have a skill that you can make money on the side. It always come with haters man. That's when you know you're a threat.

    • @juanramirez5817
      @juanramirez5817 3 года назад +3

      What’s there to hate man you not even cocky or rude chill af

    • @rafaelarredondo6671
      @rafaelarredondo6671 3 года назад

      Wherr u at bro??

    • @calebpool8535
      @calebpool8535 3 года назад +3

      There is always haters in the welding trade

  • @respawnicon
    @respawnicon 3 года назад +84

    Nobody on any welding channel is as honest and forthright as this guy. Always a straight shooter.

  • @curtismaloney7188
    @curtismaloney7188 2 года назад +18

    First things first , thanks for making the video , I’m an ironworker/welder and it’s great to see younger guys out here on RUclips giving tips and or anything about the weld life , you barely see anything on RUclips with welders content looking forward to more content ! Will subscribe!

  • @AlexAlvarado956
    @AlexAlvarado956 3 года назад +7

    Every time I feel like giving up on this trade your vids get me back into work mode

  • @mattfogarty8144
    @mattfogarty8144 3 года назад +15

    Hey I appreciate all the advice I'm not looking into being a pipeliner or a plant welder I'm just aiming to be a mobile repair guy but this is very good info

  • @JHABrand
    @JHABrand 3 года назад +11

    Thanks for the vid bro really helps out a lot and will help out for the future and your right about the 4x4 defiantly will need it especially if you live an area that snows. Stay up bro and stay safe 🤙🏼

  • @Chris92Lara
    @Chris92Lara 3 года назад +9

    Hey bro, good stuff and content. I’m a welder myself but in a different industry, Gas Turbine Repair. Much respect and keep up the good work. Saludos desde NC!

  • @davienrosario8804
    @davienrosario8804 Год назад +1

    Probably the top 3 most helpful and well explained video I’ve seen on RUclips, thank you

  • @miro5.072
    @miro5.072 3 года назад +1

    Just found your channel today. Love the videos man been watching all day !!

  • @Ethanx98
    @Ethanx98 2 года назад +2

    Watched this in 2022. After you said $100 dollars in gas just brought up good memories of gas being cheap lol

  • @mannygonz8363
    @mannygonz8363 Год назад +2

    Keep it up Theweldlab...
    You get what you give
    Your intentions are helping others, guess what ? You're helping yourself being a better person, it's just the way it is.
    Remember little brother of mine
    " A drop of honey catches more flies than a keg of vinegar"
    I ignore who come up with this
    But it makes a lot of sense
    Be safe, be happy, the Lord it's watching you and protecting you Always.
    Saludos

  • @jasonsullivan1709
    @jasonsullivan1709 3 года назад +11

    Love the vids man, it’s not my industry but it’s awesome to see the younger guys like yourself with a great work ethic making a great life for you and your family!

    • @TheWeldLab
      @TheWeldLab  3 года назад +1

      thanks for the feedback 💯

  • @Reedic20
    @Reedic20 3 года назад +1

    I have a 2013 2500 duramax with 250k on the clock and I bought a Miller 400 pipe pro Stainless 3 years ago love welding. I don’t do pipeline or chemical plant but I do structural and jacketed pipe for Asphalt Cement jacketed for heat transfer oil for tank farms. I seen you were in WI at the time of this video I’m from South West WI. Be safe

  • @gnarlock3927
    @gnarlock3927 3 года назад +81

    Got that machete on the ready for any Sasquatch encounters lol

    • @TheWeldLab
      @TheWeldLab  3 года назад +10

      lmfao ...im ready for war

    • @tambosnipes1652
      @tambosnipes1652 2 года назад

      Sasquatch will put a hole in you before you swing thoses motherfuckers are faster than you can imagine espeacially when they are on all 4s

  • @ryansilva8007
    @ryansilva8007 3 года назад

    Awesome videos man! Been loving your channel!

  • @williemarin4254
    @williemarin4254 11 месяцев назад +1

    Thanks for the video I'm from Houston myself. I'm trying to become a rig Welder myself. I been a welder for 13 years working in shops and I think it's time for me to do my own thing. God bless 💯

    • @Gilmore304
      @Gilmore304 5 месяцев назад

      I am to, I’m trying get my own rig & out on road I be but fresh out gate , need a helper bro. I’m n WV

  • @romanianmoto
    @romanianmoto Год назад

    This video is huge help !
    In welding school, can't edit get into the field.

  • @Studyeye101
    @Studyeye101 3 года назад +1

    Good info bro I just got into welding and I found a love. That’s a nice dually too

  • @bigboyp6501
    @bigboyp6501 3 года назад

    Badass vid like always keep grinding

  • @aprillawless4746
    @aprillawless4746 3 года назад +1

    Couldn't sleep watched and I'm a chemical maintenance and I'm our only welder I'm in training. The 1 thing I never hear anyone say and I use a ton is brass hammer for beating on metal. And your right it's a restricted area in chemical plants. Also a few drop cords with explosion proof ends not a bad idea if you need to use there plugin. Loved the video I'm in process of just doing tig on everything I do and leaving mig.

    • @TheWeldLab
      @TheWeldLab  3 года назад +1

      thanks for watching 💯

  • @celsoloera2772
    @celsoloera2772 Год назад

    Hey Brotha, your content is always good, trying to start my own company just like you!! Thank You, desde el Sur de Tejas

  • @mirandaroundtree9469
    @mirandaroundtree9469 2 года назад +1

    Very sorry to hear about your Dad. It’s rougher when they’re gone so young. Sending you good juju..

  • @pototatoehead3
    @pototatoehead3 3 года назад +4

    Keep hustling bro respect!

  • @DeAndreeFreeman
    @DeAndreeFreeman 3 года назад +14

    “They had to get the forklift to pull me out”😂😂

  • @tntltl
    @tntltl 2 года назад

    I love your videos even though I am not a welder just a hobbyist. I like you as a person and good luck to you.

  • @frankmarti8984
    @frankmarti8984 3 года назад

    Thank you great information and thanks for sharing your experience very helpful

  • @AjarZzzz
    @AjarZzzz Год назад +3

    You can always have a limited slip differential or a locking rear differential and that will do pretty good paired with some decent driving skill and that will keep you from getting stuck in most situations. And a winch will take car of the rest. And a welding rig should be able to supply electricity to the winch and a decent on bored air for the locker if you go that way.

    • @livewithnick
      @livewithnick 8 месяцев назад

      Id hope any vehicle could power a 12v winch. Nobody is running a winch off their welder or their lockers from a mounted air compressor

  • @byatv
    @byatv 3 года назад +1

    Thanks for the vid bro really helps out a lot

  • @Sosa5.0
    @Sosa5.0 2 года назад

    thanks bro video was really helpful!

  • @mlwest8975
    @mlwest8975 3 года назад +1

    A bathtub style rig it’s always best to have it on a frame with plate. People don’t know that there’s two types of fitters. Fitters who just fit fittings and people who can look at something and know how to puzzle things together in the least amount of field welds possible. Knowing how to layout and do accurate measurements. Just like a surveyor knowing what/ how to make everything as square as possible and level. To me personally fitting will humble yourself as a welder and know what it takes from point A-B. And in the long run save your eyes for the future. Much respect. I got a 3500 SRW and a 78 SA 200 blackface.

    • @TheWeldLab
      @TheWeldLab  3 года назад

      thats rite 🔥 ...i really want to become better at fitting i wanna fit just as good as i weld

  • @aprillawless4746
    @aprillawless4746 3 года назад +29

    Would love to watch this tonight but need sleep for work tomorrow. I'll catch this in am have a good 1

  • @DirtyGarageTx
    @DirtyGarageTx 3 года назад +1

    Center finder (60-80$)
    I Been peeping ur videos good shit !!I’m in pipe just trying learn my craft an prosper up an break loose ,working n LBC la Porte

  • @livewithnick
    @livewithnick 8 месяцев назад +1

    in my experience the newer diesels break down more often than the older ones. I had a 2020 king ranch f250 that had lots of problems. A 5500 Cummins that kept having dpf and traction control issues too.But my old 7.3 Powerstroke with 300k and my 2002 Duramax have been the most reliable trucks ive owned.

  • @DanielGarcia-qy9qb
    @DanielGarcia-qy9qb 3 года назад +23

    I’m in the Roofing & Waterproofing trade, but I really enjoy your videos!

    • @TheWeldLab
      @TheWeldLab  3 года назад +2

      Awesome! Thank you!

    • @51-FS
      @51-FS 3 года назад

      Bigg time???

  • @alemunoz298
    @alemunoz298 3 года назад +2

    Keep up the good content Rico👍🏽🔥.Have my rig rolling but just taking side jobs mainly fence&fab. I’m trying to learn that pipe I’m practicing when I have enough time. Just got my roots dialed in working on my caps. Got a short hood I been rebuilding. If you need some advice if ur machine starts acting up hit me up I know a lot about them.

    • @TheWeldLab
      @TheWeldLab  3 года назад +1

      thats whats up brother you have all you need to learn and ill def keep you in mind i hope i dont run into any issues

  • @toolhunter8812
    @toolhunter8812 3 года назад +5

    Heck yeah bro been waiting for this video!! Thank you :)

  • @Lookatitclosely559
    @Lookatitclosely559 3 года назад +5

    Get it bro 💯🤙🏾 soon I’ll be my own boss

  • @TheDnlnext
    @TheDnlnext 3 года назад +3

    You come back to the HTX I’m gonna have to hit you up for a side gig if you have some free time.
    I’m not a welder but enjoy your content. Also, you look like this one dude I went to school with at San Jac. Keep at bro, you seem like good peeps by helping others. 👏

    • @TheWeldLab
      @TheWeldLab  3 года назад +1

      Sounds great! keep in touch ill be vloggin when i go back

  • @woodwardc99
    @woodwardc99 3 года назад +1

    Good man, good information, good video.

  • @salvawtn
    @salvawtn 3 года назад +3

    Good videos bro I really wanted to be a welder have experience Mig welder but I never work for it. Love to do that honestly.

  • @JacobAHull-nx6rx
    @JacobAHull-nx6rx 2 месяца назад

    I picked up a used Lincoln outback 185 for 800$ and fix3d up and runs great. I hope it's big enough to get started. I weld pipe but probably won't do much. I only got 50ft leads so I hope it's enough to get started..if not I'll just get more. I have a gmc Denali 2500 with 36gl tank and it costs crazy $ to fill, like 130+, but i get almost 600 highways miles from it. Thanks bro..be safe

  • @ethancrytzer5809
    @ethancrytzer5809 3 года назад +5

    When my brother first started he had a 2500 Cummins with 2 wheel drive with mud tires and chains and it worked out really good. But then once he started making cash he got a 4500 Cummins and got it all decked out and it puts out work like a mf

  • @jrneff9773
    @jrneff9773 2 года назад

    when you have time will you show the remote set up been welding 25 yrs in a fab shop never saw a remote never been on the line before . a new tool been in the field alot we never used the a remote. how to hook it up etc i would like to learn at 45 yrs old thank you Sir. grew love your channel up in van tx rode a few oil pumps in the day like a cowboy lol. love your channel peace

  • @timothythegreat6294
    @timothythegreat6294 6 месяцев назад

    people appreciate this man 🎉 🙏

  • @Mastersargent1000
    @Mastersargent1000 3 года назад +2

    Love these videos! Should I buy all this when I get out of tech school? I come from an economics background and fell in love with welding. I am unsure what path to take after graduation.

    • @jrneff9773
      @jrneff9773 2 года назад

      if you have a welder. find you scrap metal and burn rods for 8 yrs grind for 4 hrs wash rinse and repeat. get into your local state welding class i live in tn they call it tn tec great welding program. and find a welder you can work for as a helper but you will have to work harder than you ever worked in your life 100 miles a hr 16 hrs a day. after a few years then your the welder and can run your helper into the ground . does that make since?

  • @bigjoe4872
    @bigjoe4872 Год назад

    Good video bro 👍🏽

  • @patrickhorvath2684
    @patrickhorvath2684 3 года назад

    Have you ever found yourself needing a wire feeder for your Lincoln?
    I'm looking at used LN-25s , rather than buying a mig welder, but idk.

  • @dukelongnut1209
    @dukelongnut1209 2 года назад

    Nice video homie 🤙

  • @mrshadowguy15
    @mrshadowguy15 3 года назад

    How did you first begin getting into rig welding I have been a welder for a while but never rig welding I do have the truck and welder but just don’t have the knowledge where is a good starting point

  • @sschwartz2509
    @sschwartz2509 Год назад

    Would an SA 200 be decent for structural too? I know they’re designed more for pipe but is there any difference? Can I run a wire feeder off them?

  • @TheJsote1988
    @TheJsote1988 3 года назад +1

    Some beveler Machines used are $600-$1200 complete on Facebook, just test in person that they work or look that they cut true or square as possible.

    • @TheWeldLab
      @TheWeldLab  3 года назад

      true that is a good affordable way to buy them

  • @blakesportablewelding1090
    @blakesportablewelding1090 2 года назад

    nice video man thank you!

  • @WestCoastFront
    @WestCoastFront 3 года назад

    Hey really liked your video. I'm currently living in southern California and going to welding school and get certified. Planning on moving out of state to Colorado or Arizona.
    Can you get work especially out of CA. With out being certified?

  • @stephensbros1
    @stephensbros1 3 года назад

    Good advice to keep the costs down, but you gotta have stuff to work with. Its a balance act.

  • @sharingan805
    @sharingan805 3 года назад +2

    Yo i got a question.
    Do you have or I should say do you NEED a license of some kind for welding? And do you NEED SOME KIND OF INSURANCE for your rig?

  • @m.apalazio8771
    @m.apalazio8771 3 года назад

    Go to Odessa an weld well heads oil is going back up... my buddy did that for 4 years an they were paying him 1500 a well head he was knocking out 3 a day for a long time

  • @bonniedobkin6948
    @bonniedobkin6948 3 года назад

    One thing that will help: “HOTHEADS” Balaclava under the pancake or leather hood , Uncle Tony’s Favorite for cold job sites !🎥👍🏻😎

  • @PLP-DIY
    @PLP-DIY 2 года назад

    What about doing a video on rig trailers? Like welding trailers a lot of people use for fence and barns etc

  • @efraindelrio9921
    @efraindelrio9921 3 года назад +1

    Super helpful bro 🔥💯 keep up the good work and stay safe out there #weldernation

  • @diyeric5072
    @diyeric5072 2 года назад

    Hey bro, i got a question so ima go into welding ima start this month i have a mini truck and its 2wd and its a gass one ima get a dually eventually have you seen anyone in the field using any mini trucks as rigs? If so whats yiur thoughts on that

  • @brentnokes2952
    @brentnokes2952 5 месяцев назад

    Hey brother how is your acetylene bottle mounted to the truck, is it just an angle iron on the top side of the bed? I'm trying to figure the easiest way I have a regular pickup bed to, thanks in advance

  • @brentweiser3596
    @brentweiser3596 3 года назад

    I will be starting out slow doing small field repairs. Gonna get a generator and use my everlast welder as it is portable.

    • @gregpartain4307
      @gregpartain4307 Год назад

      Don’t be ashamed to start with what you have bro .

  • @Laura-wc5xt
    @Laura-wc5xt 3 года назад

    Great information....thank you

  • @SamAthanassov
    @SamAthanassov 2 года назад

    Thanks for the info

  • @TheMoneyBed
    @TheMoneyBed 3 года назад

    I rigged out last March while I was helping on a compressor station in Carr Colorado and I didn't know anyone so its been impossible to even find a test. How do you get a foot in the door?

  • @tiablog.2828
    @tiablog.2828 3 года назад +1

    Damn bruh chi town here man I love the hustle

  • @FG-qh7qx
    @FG-qh7qx 3 года назад +1

    Do you need a million dollar insurance for the plants? What about a fire extinguisher or safety device like a ground cable?

  • @icano06
    @icano06 3 года назад +1

    How do you have you’re tig rig setup to that machine?

  • @chesleymckeithan1392
    @chesleymckeithan1392 2 года назад

    I've had brand new trucks and I've had lots of 2000 to 04 model Chevy 1500 Z71 and 2500s. I got away from new trucks because to be honest my 03 and 04 models without pull any of the newer trucks I had. and when these new trucks break they're all computerized you have to take them to a dealer or someone with the computer to work on them. Whereas my '04 models 403 models I could fix anything on it myself in the cost of maintenance was a lot cheaper. They pull better and I'm not afraid to jump in them and go across the country if I got to

  • @Cool-vx4eo
    @Cool-vx4eo Год назад

    Hi bro
    I have a question silverado 2500hd is good for rig truck???or do I have to go by bigger truck???

  • @christianemmanuelf.domingo793
    @christianemmanuelf.domingo793 2 года назад

    Cool, do i need all that if i want to do saturated deep dive welder/mechanic job?

  • @hubertrobinson8825
    @hubertrobinson8825 3 года назад

    Having a diesel truck is a blessing if not living here in California I got an 02 can't run because of all the b.s. and gas here is worse than any other state

    • @TheWeldLab
      @TheWeldLab  3 года назад +1

      I see a lot of people moving away from Cali

  • @roelnavarro88
    @roelnavarro88 2 года назад +1

    Where’s a good place to apply once I get all tools, I got mostly all. I’m from the valley , south Texas McAllen area.

  • @martinherrera279
    @martinherrera279 3 года назад

    Bro I love your videos!

    • @TheWeldLab
      @TheWeldLab  3 года назад +1

      thanks for the feedback !

  • @armandogonzales1365
    @armandogonzales1365 Год назад

    3/4 or 1ton truck preferably diesel 300 or better Amp rig I prefer Lincoln ,cutting torches, air arc,grinders,layout and hand tools ,material stands ,night lights ,rod oven, and best of all knowledge you will make more money if you are a certified welder that can read prints and build it this gentlemen is a craft that pays well so the more experience you have its easy to make 150,000.00 to 200,000.00 plus a year I know I have 38 years in this trade good for you my brother be successful

  • @exodus3518
    @exodus3518 2 года назад

    i would advise if you dont have the money to buy a clamp to fund a buddy who will help you fab a " dearmen" style clamp. just some chain, a fastener, and some dogs.

  • @ShutUpBubi
    @ShutUpBubi Год назад

    with diesel at $5-$6 rn and our reserves close to running out I think getting a diesel truck as of October 2022 is obsolete sadly -- and when big rigs run out of diesel we're going ot be in a world of hurt, no food, no supplies its gonna be bad. Only 50,000 gallons of diesel left in reserve...

  • @Dave_Menz_p4p_number_1
    @Dave_Menz_p4p_number_1 3 года назад +1

    Bro we all want to know if its worth it to break out, how much do you espect to make doing chemical?

  • @AlecDaStar
    @AlecDaStar 3 года назад +3

    Good video I’m just starting with a little flux core weld machine to practice at home👍🏻 trying this as side hustle for now

    • @jrneff9773
      @jrneff9773 2 года назад

      great start be carful to weld on anything if breaks will hurt folks find a use ac/dc machine try your had at tig welding

  • @thejameslealartco.7625
    @thejameslealartco.7625 Год назад

    Diesel is consistently .50-80cents higher here in nevada. Granted this is two years old but I don’t remember when it was more expensive than gas

  • @stanfordbenally6174
    @stanfordbenally6174 3 года назад

    I got one month left of welding school an what would be best 1st job with no vehical

  • @johnhoward2351
    @johnhoward2351 3 года назад

    You hire on as an independent contractor or do you go through a hall/company for your work?

  • @FL_Dolfo
    @FL_Dolfo 3 года назад +1

    Do a part 2 about protection such as helmets jackets and boots

  • @ethanelectric1024
    @ethanelectric1024 3 года назад

    I'm looking at a 1991 7.3 idi with a 9x10 flatbed for $4500. The miles are unknown is this still a good buy?

  • @gcgaming8624
    @gcgaming8624 3 года назад

    I was just wondering how you find jobs other than your contacts. Like is it practical to search up on the internet for rig work?

  • @JWC85
    @JWC85 3 года назад

    hand torch and regulators. flame tech scorpion is a good budget starter set under $200

    • @TheWeldLab
      @TheWeldLab  3 года назад

      i totally forgot about that good one

  • @runifuceeme406
    @runifuceeme406 Год назад

    WHERE'D YOU GET YOUR CYLINDER CLAMP FROM? LINK PLEASE..

  • @timusa5098
    @timusa5098 2 года назад

    Thanks for sharing.

  • @isaaccardiel2370
    @isaaccardiel2370 2 года назад

    What did you use for the plate on the bed ?

  • @HotshotLifee
    @HotshotLifee 3 года назад

    Aye I like this guy good shit , thanks for the info

  • @texaswesternwelding915
    @texaswesternwelding915 3 года назад

    I’m looking to hit Houston area. What’s the furthest you drive for work?

  • @houstontx434343
    @houstontx434343 3 года назад +2

    My boy God bless & stay safe out there! It feels amazing out here in the H it's so windy! You always inspire a nigga like me to make it happen from the ground up!

    • @TheWeldLab
      @TheWeldLab  3 года назад +1

      thanks for supporting. bro i cant wait to go back im homesick now

    • @houstontx434343
      @houstontx434343 3 года назад

      Hell yeah I bet i feel u I would be too! But its all good ain't nun to a G like ourselves lol ! Stay up !

  • @joseparra9268
    @joseparra9268 2 года назад

    hi body what is the first step to get a pipe line job thanks , is easy to get a job having all tools

  • @stevenmchenry9276
    @stevenmchenry9276 Год назад

    Weld Lab you a beast

  • @jarredowens3508
    @jarredowens3508 3 года назад

    How do you do the gears on your welder like what let’s you know to go into 1st gear or to go into 3rd gear?

    • @TheWeldLab
      @TheWeldLab  3 года назад +2

      if im doing downhill usually 3rd gear will do it i go down 2 second gear if i do 3" and smaller for almost all sch10 i do first gear

  • @Skee_yeee
    @Skee_yeee 23 дня назад

    Do you think a ranger 330 mpx good for pipeline welding

  • @oscartorres4204
    @oscartorres4204 3 года назад +2

    Any reason why pipe liners need beveling machines ? I thought most companies provided those and provide them on test day .

    • @TheWeldLab
      @TheWeldLab  3 года назад +1

      not all the time...they do have them tho ....its always best to have your own

  • @marcusham8664
    @marcusham8664 2 года назад

    man thanks what a dude

  • @joshburleigh7785
    @joshburleigh7785 3 года назад +1

    Thanks for the wisdow brotha.

  • @fliron9823
    @fliron9823 3 года назад

    cool set up