How to weld, Tips for Beginners

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  • Опубликовано: 28 дек 2024

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  • @DR-vr1xl
    @DR-vr1xl 4 года назад +292

    73 years old and I have never welded before. I bought a Titanium 125 today and am anxious to give it a try. Hope I can catch on as fast as Liam. Good job, young man.

    • @MuayThaiDreadlock
      @MuayThaiDreadlock 3 года назад +6

      Man, you should make a channel

    • @iansmith9201
      @iansmith9201 3 года назад +1

      @@MuayThaiDreadlock I second this!!

    • @calebgregory9818
      @calebgregory9818 3 года назад +1

      Hope you got it down man welding is great and once you get it down if you weld a lot get a good miller welder or any higher end machine. Best of luck to ya man!

    • @jtpalmer1974
      @jtpalmer1974 2 года назад +1

      Awesome! Give us an update on your progress

    • @pappysproductions
      @pappysproductions 2 года назад +1

      D R give us an update

  • @fatenabdallah7861
    @fatenabdallah7861 5 лет назад +32

    Kid’s lucky to have you as an uncle. I always involve my 14 year old son in my projects. Sometimes, I delay work till he gets home from school, just so he can learn hands on. This kind of work not only teaches them a skill, they also learn values not taught in school. Sure beats playing video games.
    Thanks for a great tutorial.

    • @Mikefestiva
      @Mikefestiva  5 лет назад +2

      Right on thanks! I really appreciate your great comment and I’m happy to hear you are teaching your kids to work on stuff.
      There’s a lot of kids these days playing video games and not getting out and learning how to build stuff as much any more.
      My son is only 2.5 years old but he likes tools and picking with stuff in my shop. You are definitely raising some good kids :) that will stand out as capable individuals as they get older. Take care

    • @JasonSpitzMI50
      @JasonSpitzMI50 4 года назад +1

      Yeah I did too when I didn't feel like taking out the trash x😂🤭

  • @thefirewooddoctor
    @thefirewooddoctor 5 лет назад +53

    Absolutely love seeing high school aged kids looking into welding, even if is just a hobby for them.

    • @Mikefestiva
      @Mikefestiva  5 лет назад +10

      Right on! I hope this video gets other young people involved with welding. Take care 🙂

    • @liveandletlive2894
      @liveandletlive2894 4 года назад +7

      I've just turned 20, and I'm trying to learn.

    • @thatonecarkid442
      @thatonecarkid442 3 года назад +8

      I’m 13 and I bought that welder yesterday and I’m learning🙂

    • @Mikefestiva
      @Mikefestiva  3 года назад +4

      @@thatonecarkid442 That’s awesome 👍
      Man I would have loved to own a welder like that at the age of 13! I’m really happy for you 🙂 Have fun!

    • @williamdean6034
      @williamdean6034 3 года назад +1

      I've done a little bit of stick and mig in my ag fan class and looking to get something good and portable. Been looking at the same one in the video

  • @LewdandCrude
    @LewdandCrude 3 года назад +10

    At the age of 53 and now living in Tx, I think I went from working something small on my fence, to picking up welding as a hobby. All because of you. Great Video. You are a fantastic Teacher. Thanks a ton! I can't wait to mess up everything you just taught.

  • @ben-jd8kk
    @ben-jd8kk 5 лет назад +6

    I weld for a living but I still like watching these. He did a fine job for a first time 👍

    • @ben-jd8kk
      @ben-jd8kk 5 лет назад +1

      If you ever get a chance to try gas shielded flux core I think you would really like it. The slag comes off like a 7018 weld and it leaves a really nice bead.

    • @Mikefestiva
      @Mikefestiva  5 лет назад

      Right on! Thanks for checking out our video :) I definitely look forward to working on some more welding projects with him. I have only welded once with dual shield wire, it definitely welds nice, one of these days I will buy a spool of it to have around my shop. Take care :)

    • @superseamstersewingshow514
      @superseamstersewingshow514 5 лет назад +1

      Yeah really. It took me years off and on to finally get the hang of it.

  • @texascarguy
    @texascarguy 7 месяцев назад +5

    Man, best uncle ever. Great job and great instruction. Way to go Liam. He’s a natural! I’m just learning and this was the best video I’ve seen yet. Thanks brother 🙏🏼

    • @Mikefestiva
      @Mikefestiva  6 месяцев назад +1

      Thanks man! This video was a good evening working with Liam, he’s a good dude.
      Keep and practicing, you will definitely get the hang of it soon. I’m glad my video was helpful 😊

  • @keithrayeski3147
    @keithrayeski3147 2 года назад +5

    New sub and new welder. I’m 62 and learning how to get more self sufficient for the coming times. Thanks for a great class!! You’re clearly a great teacher and Liam’s welds proved it! Looking forward to learning more! Thanks again!!👍🏻

    • @Mikefestiva
      @Mikefestiva  2 года назад +3

      Right on Keith! Thanks for watching 👍

  • @Pittsspecials
    @Pittsspecials 2 года назад +4

    Well the young man was doing fine; he was able to do so because you are an excellent teacher. I never welded before but You just sold me on the idea I could learn. Funny thing I just saw a wire feed welder at Harbor Freight on sale today! I’m an old geezer also.

  • @StevenBagley
    @StevenBagley 4 года назад +12

    This is such a great video. Teach the kids to work. It's sad how few kids his age learn these skills.

    • @Mikefestiva
      @Mikefestiva  4 года назад +3

      Right on! Thanks for checking out my video. It’s definitely important to pass on the skills to give others the ability to make and create things 🙂

  • @rubenvargas3547
    @rubenvargas3547 4 года назад +7

    Your a great teacher Mike, just started welding myself at age 52, really appreciate it 👍

    • @ponyxpress3
      @ponyxpress3 3 года назад +1

      I’m 46 and just about to start.,

  • @BigPowerAL
    @BigPowerAL 4 года назад +4

    I’m 59 years old and bought my first welder today. Got the Vulcan 220 multipurpose from H.F. You’re never too old to learn something new! Appreciate your videos a ton. Thank you.

    • @Mikefestiva
      @Mikefestiva  4 года назад

      It’s never to late to learn new things!
      You will really enjoy having the ability to weld, it really opens up new possibilities 👍
      Take care Alan 🙂

  • @eklotzko
    @eklotzko 2 года назад +11

    I came for the information - but I'm really impressed by the quality of your mentorship and positivity. Awesome all around.

    • @Mikefestiva
      @Mikefestiva  2 года назад

      Thanks Eric I really appreciate it 🙂👍

  • @discgolfcasados9801
    @discgolfcasados9801 4 года назад +10

    Dude your a good instructor. I couldn't believe how good that first seam your nephew welded after so little practice came out. He's gonna be a pro before he gets out of highschool if he sticks with it.

  • @daytrading597
    @daytrading597 4 года назад +7

    Awesome clear instructions for beginning welders. Michael did a great job explaining welding techniques using layman terms - very easy to understand what he was saying, and his demonstrations were not difficult to follow. Again, great job Mike!

  • @jsmcguireIII
    @jsmcguireIII 6 месяцев назад +4

    One thing I noticed that I also do is the gun angle gets just a little steeper toward the end so it tends to be hotter and craters the puddle or worse. Got to keep that same angle, distance and speed all the way down and ease off at the edge. Good luck Liam you are very lucky to have a patient uncle with a shop. I'm lucky to - my son taught me how to MIGflux long after my rough early oxyacetylene days! He's always quick to tell me "that'll grind out pops!"

  • @boydmerriman
    @boydmerriman 3 года назад +6

    Patience and willingness to teach and learn goes a very long way! Great job!

  • @mrradio2187
    @mrradio2187 2 года назад +5

    I haven't welded anything for 40 years but now getting back into it. Based on your review of the HB Flux125 I ordered one but due to the popularity of the product HB cannot ship until mid March which is fine as it gives me plenty of time to absorb some basics thanks to your excellent videos!

    • @boosted_donkey
      @boosted_donkey 2 года назад

      Might want to check your local stores. Online said mid March for me today too but I went to one close to me and they had 3

  • @SteveWrightNZ
    @SteveWrightNZ 4 года назад +23

    I told my wife MIG welding was just like piping decorative icing little circles onto a cake, where the height of the tip above the cake and the constant speed of movement were critical, and my god her first weld was better than mine!!

  • @benjaminshiflett8066
    @benjaminshiflett8066 4 года назад +3

    My wife just got me a wire feed welder for Christmas. It is really cool. Definitely found a new hobby. Thanks for such a great instructional video! My welds are way better from watching this video.
    Thanks again!

  • @GSC727
    @GSC727 3 года назад +5

    Thought Liam's first weld was great. 65 yrs old here and just picked up a cheapo mig/flux welder. Out of the gate didn't go well but a few RUclips videos later and I'm ready for another crack at it. Thanks!

  • @MrTarek1946
    @MrTarek1946 4 года назад +12

    You are a decent human being..... Thank you for the info .... I learned a lot from this video

  • @theodorebowers9737
    @theodorebowers9737 5 лет назад +5

    👏👏👏 👊👌👌👌👺
    GREAT THIS IS GREAT.
    🇺🇸 made in the USA. 🇺🇸
    Just what we need down to earth 101 . no-bull video
    There are so many people that need the basics up front and close , Hands-On like this this young man did excellent great job ! Mike your videos are fantastic they're like I'm sitting next to you listening to you because they're from your heart they're not manufactured like Hollywood once again thanks for the great video and sharing your knowledge you are a great neighbor God bless and best of ,,,I like the video on your ride on that trail remind me when I was a young man I'm 71 now

  • @ponyboy7116
    @ponyboy7116 4 года назад +6

    Mike, I have watched many welding videos and must compliment you on your ability to clearly share information and technique. You, Sir, have given me the confidence to start my learning curve. I figure at worst I will have to watch RUclips videos on how to rebuild a garage after a fire. LOL!

  • @tboneproductions2453
    @tboneproductions2453 4 года назад +7

    As others have said, nice to pass your knowledge onto the next generation. Well done

  • @daveknott4563
    @daveknott4563 4 года назад +3

    I was just going to say Liam did amazing for 1st time weld!!!! Congrats on showing your youth some good life skills!

  • @lakermark2006
    @lakermark2006 2 месяца назад +1

    this is one of the more comprehensive and more helpful videos out there, thank you for sharing!

    • @Mikefestiva
      @Mikefestiva  2 месяца назад +1

      Glad it was helpful!
      Thanks 😊

  • @americathefree3708
    @americathefree3708 3 года назад +3

    He's a natural! And his uncle is really good at teaching!

    • @Mikefestiva
      @Mikefestiva  3 года назад +1

      Thanks for checking out our video and commenting 🙂👍

  • @machaf
    @machaf 4 года назад +2

    Hi Micheal. Its great to you see teaching a young man how to weld. We need more people like you these days. Keep it the great work!

  • @grahamhumphreys9405
    @grahamhumphreys9405 4 года назад +5

    Well done Mike, like yourself I think it's important to pass any Skills/Knowledge/Trades we have onto the younger generation. It's a great feeling watching them succeed in what they are doing. Well done Liam!
    Best regards from The U.K.

  • @carlhutchinson8924
    @carlhutchinson8924 9 месяцев назад +1

    Thanks for the video,I just got the Titanium 125 flux core welder to repair my exhaust. My cat to be exact,with your tips I was able to repair the outlet pipe of the cat. It looked like Swiss cheese,with pin holes all over. Your tips made closing those holes very easy. Also some bigger spaces. Thanks again for the video and tips.

    • @Mikefestiva
      @Mikefestiva  9 месяцев назад

      Glad my video could help 😊👍

  • @doubledee1135
    @doubledee1135 10 месяцев назад +5

    I needed this video, everything was on point and easy to understand, Now off I go!!! Thanks!

  • @D70340
    @D70340 2 года назад +2

    Excellent video, and you`re very good teacher! That young man did AWESOME with his first time welding!!! From where i come from in welding, the young man is a natural!

  • @djnaz98
    @djnaz98 4 года назад +4

    Awesome. Many teenagers today are not in touch with learning a trade. Uncle of the Year!

  • @shanewilson3980
    @shanewilson3980 3 года назад +3

    Just picked up my first mig welder from Harbor Freight.. great video for beginners, like me, gave me a good idea of where to start... thank you for your expertise and willingness to teach :)

  • @billpeto958
    @billpeto958 3 месяца назад +4

    Thank you for the tips. You are a good instructor.

  • @jagman2962
    @jagman2962 3 года назад +2

    I’m 47. Never welded. Headed to Harbour freight to pick one of these up. Great tutorial here and the kid made some great welds!
    Hopin I can make some like that!😀

  • @FullNelsonYT
    @FullNelsonYT 4 года назад +3

    You're a great teacher! Positive affirmation goes a long way for timid learners

  • @kurtknapp6201
    @kurtknapp6201 2 года назад +1

    Thanks, your nephew gave me confidence at 57 yrs old. I picked up the Titanium 125 and made my 1st weld. Actually turned out well and smooth with good penetration. Just need to work on holding a straight line.

  • @alexsideas8180
    @alexsideas8180 2 года назад +4

    Just got a titanium 140 welder today (June 27 2022) I came here and this helped a lot

  • @deepbludude4697
    @deepbludude4697 5 лет назад +2

    Excellent, im saving my pennys to buy this rig. Im no welder but have been around welding for years, Im making my kid watch this when he comes over.

  • @dkhallal
    @dkhallal 3 года назад +4

    I have watched countless beginners welding videos and this by FAR is the best one I’ve come across. Liam is a natural, great job Liam. Thanks for your time. Subbed!

    • @Mikefestiva
      @Mikefestiva  3 года назад +2

      Thanks Dean! I really appreciate your comment 🙂 I’m glad you enjoyed it 👍
      Thanks for subscribing also!

  • @gutshotgriz3936
    @gutshotgriz3936 4 года назад +4

    This kid’s a natural...and you’re an awesome teacher! Apple pie all around!

  • @allanperryman388
    @allanperryman388 2 года назад +3

    Talent runs in the family! Good teacher great student. Good job uncle

  • @3DProspecting
    @3DProspecting 4 года назад +6

    This was a very good teaching video. I just bought this welder and am a beginner like Liam (never welded). I have it set up and I'm about to go try it. I am now armed with a lot more knowledge and confidence. Thank you.

    • @Mikefestiva
      @Mikefestiva  4 года назад +1

      Good to hear! Have fun my friend 👍

  • @kayla-marieharley234
    @kayla-marieharley234 4 года назад +4

    Lucky guy there, Liam. What a great teacher.

  • @whelpwhelp5829
    @whelpwhelp5829 3 года назад +2

    Great video. Anyone who learns a trade, will never go hungry.

  • @michaelsunsdahl5874
    @michaelsunsdahl5874 5 лет назад +3

    I give both the student and the teacher an A+.

  • @jimmorgan3441
    @jimmorgan3441 3 года назад +2

    Saw your video for the small welder from harbor freight, probably one of the best videos I have seen. No BS and wasted time clear and consider. Great job. Would intise me to make that purchase and then weld😎

  • @dman8089
    @dman8089 3 года назад +3

    Thank you so much for posting. I cannot overstate how much this video helped me. Lots of useful information and to the point.

    • @Mikefestiva
      @Mikefestiva  3 года назад

      Awesome I’m glad this video helped you out!

  • @jimmydickson8854
    @jimmydickson8854 Год назад +4

    I appreciate your effort in teaching us how to weld mate thank you ,Rookie in a shed in Australia ,

  • @karlh6663
    @karlh6663 2 года назад +4

    Great video. Very well explained. The young man did a great job, fantastic job for the first time.

  • @brazilnutandrew7014
    @brazilnutandrew7014 4 года назад +4

    What an awesome and informative video. I have just acquired a Parkside pfds 33b4 90amp gasless. Never welded before but very practically minded and hands on engineer. I was nearly as good as your man, after a few goes. Mike, you're a STAR* thank you!!

  • @mykhelderian
    @mykhelderian 2 года назад +5

    You're a very good teacher, Mike.

  • @Tru3Gamb1t
    @Tru3Gamb1t 3 года назад +1

    So bought my first welding helmet and eager to learn at work. You're video really helped me get a feel for what I'm doing. I'm 39 years old and so happy for your awesome video

  • @bearskinner2601
    @bearskinner2601 Год назад +3

    Wish I’d had an uncle like you growing up. Solid dude!👊🏻

  • @roygbrownsr7512
    @roygbrownsr7512 3 года назад +2

    I really enjoyed your video, I learned a lot, my mower deck is about worn out and to buy a new one is over $ 800.00 but with the purchase of the 125, helmet a can of spray paint, made some friends trailer Mfg for scraps of metal all repaired for less than $ 250.00 thanks for getting my fears over welding to rest. I was a service tech for steamfitter union for over 35 years and never touched a welder till in my retirement

  • @Joeak74
    @Joeak74 5 лет назад +4

    Its good to see another young person learning a new skill. The world we live in would be 1000 times better if this happened more often than not. Cell phones, video games,TV, junk media of all types, etc, etc, etc needs to put aside and ignored., I feel that folks, young and old alike should learn a new handy skill that can be applied at home. You never know when you'll need it. Fabrication skills OF ALL TYPES are PRICELESS!!! For example... who sews anymore? Seriously. Its a good skill to have! I can't count how many people that don't know how to even set a fence post, or change a flat tire. You ROCK Mike! Everybody thanks you. I wish you could be my next door neighbor. That would be dangerous. :)

  • @TheUSUFan
    @TheUSUFan 4 года назад +2

    Best beginner video yet. Kids a quick learner. I can only hope for similar results this week when I try for my first time.

  • @TheBeerBox80
    @TheBeerBox80 4 года назад +9

    I'm not good at welding but I think it is kind of fun. I think it is important to remember to enjoy it, just my 2 cents. He did super good for a first timer.

    • @Mikefestiva
      @Mikefestiva  4 года назад +3

      You definitely are right, it’s important to enjoy it and have a good time. That’s the best way to learn just about anything 👍 Thanks for commenting Tim 🙂

  • @johnnorth9355
    @johnnorth9355 5 лет назад +1

    Probably one of the best videos for beginners to welding that I have seen - I just wish I had seen it several months ago, it would have saved me a lot of terrible welds ! At age 65 I am definitely an old dog trying hard to learn new tricks :).

    • @Mikefestiva
      @Mikefestiva  5 лет назад

      Thanks! I really appreciate it 🙂 It’s never to late to learn new things John. Take care

  • @ryanpetty392
    @ryanpetty392 2 года назад +3

    This was the best! Video out of all of the other videos I’ve watch. So informative! I feel way more confident. I’m self taught on soldering, and I want to learn to how to weld. Thank you!

  • @edblegen8691
    @edblegen8691 3 года назад +2

    Had my first mig welding experience this weekend. Decided to check out some tips on mig and flux . This was a great video! Definitely worth a thumbs up and subscribe

  • @AereForst
    @AereForst 3 года назад +3

    What a great video, thank you. Your young apprentice did great. He will master the Force soon enough.

  • @joegarcia4313
    @joegarcia4313 Год назад +1

    Sir I want to thank you very much for being very explaining on every technique I’ve been watching welding videos and now one has been precise on how to do any welding.
    Thanks once again I really appreciate it Sir

  • @jsdrury55
    @jsdrury55 2 года назад +3

    Mike as usual great video, I had previously been struggling but I took the tips from this video and a recommendation from one of your other videos and purchased a Hynade 140D flux core welder which arrived today. I unboxed the machine, I rewatched this video and i gotta tell you in 90 minutes I was getting great results ... I'm running around the shop looking for things to weld!!!.. I'm so excited, I did 3/16", 1/4", 14 ga. even some 18 ga.. The Hynade was a great suggestion and your videos are excellent in every respect. Thank you and take care,
    Jeff

  • @beautifulloser4966
    @beautifulloser4966 2 года назад +1

    I spent months trying to teach myself how to weld years ago (before youtube existed) and eventually I gave up. I was using a 70 amp buzz box that I had picked up at Walmart with a variety of sticks. It was a horrible experience. Wish I had access to your videos back then. Definitely thankful for you taking the time to make them now.

    • @gorillageeks5645
      @gorillageeks5645 2 года назад

      70 amps will be really hard to weld with need minimum 90amps for any decent size metal also stick welding is harder than mig

    • @beautifulloser4966
      @beautifulloser4966 2 года назад

      @@gorillageeks5645 If only I had known that 25 years ago. All the welders I knew at the time told me to learn stick and since I didn't have much money at the time, that's what I tried. Unfortunately, all the welders I knew back then were either too busy or too drunk to show me what to do with the thing. Once I get some mig skills down, I may try stick again for fun, but probably not.

  • @emmanuelmata
    @emmanuelmata 4 года назад +11

    damn I was pleasantly surprised how educational this was. Happy I stuck around

  • @lanast.hilaire137
    @lanast.hilaire137 4 года назад +4

    God bless you Mike and your nephew. I enjoy the video more for spending quality time with your Nephew. He may not care to weld later in life, but he'll always remember the time he spent with his uncle. I learned a lot from your tips and tricks. I am going to weld the bed of my dump truck. Unfortunately I have the harbor freight 125A flux core. It is not as good as the titanium.

  • @candacemiller01
    @candacemiller01 3 года назад +5

    You are a very good instructor. Thank you.

  • @willwipf7030
    @willwipf7030 3 года назад +2

    I'm crowding 70 started welding off and on when I was a kid ,there are 11$ welds then there is 30$ welds,mine are at 13 dollar,my grandsons are welding my stuff now , great video good teacher

  • @Proxphellrzr
    @Proxphellrzr 5 месяцев назад +4

    Thanks this is helpful. No one has ever given me any tips, and I just tried to do whatever to make stuff stick together. I’ve been putting the gun on way too much of an angle and putting way too much wire length out of the tip. And going too fast as well. Need to set up some pieces to practice

  • @trevorjameson3213
    @trevorjameson3213 5 лет назад +2

    This is excellent, thank you for making this video. I'm just learning to weld and bought one of those welders like that one. Your tips have really helped me out big time.

    • @Mikefestiva
      @Mikefestiva  5 лет назад

      That’s great! Thanks for checking out our video :)
      I think you will definitely be happy with that welder, it’s a great little machine! Take care Trevor

  • @twc9000
    @twc9000 2 года назад +3

    Excellent video! You make it look easy. I'm burning holes and splattering my way to learning how to weld.

    • @Mikefestiva
      @Mikefestiva  2 года назад

      Keep on practicing Thomas 👍 you will definitely get it figured out 🙂

  • @JHS421
    @JHS421 3 года назад +2

    He did pretty good for the first time. It reminds me of the times I spent with my Dad learning how to work on cars.

  • @Yousoundvaxxed
    @Yousoundvaxxed 4 года назад +8

    This is how welding should be taught!

  • @patrickchristie82
    @patrickchristie82 3 года назад +1

    This is a great video. Lots of good information and it’s great to see a young person learning a skill that everyone should have. It’s disgusting that anyone would have nasty comments to make about this.

  • @rwes2940
    @rwes2940 4 года назад +8

    One of the best vids Ive seen for beginners. Thanks for taking the time.

  • @davidqualls9476
    @davidqualls9476 2 года назад +2

    Excellent. Thank you. Like D R I am 70 and just starting. I appreciate this video.

  • @pauldurand3840
    @pauldurand3840 Год назад +3

    Good job Liam you got a good teacher

  • @timthornton4101
    @timthornton4101 4 года назад +1

    thanks for the video...i welded in high school and then went to college for welding at TSTC in waco texas but had a car wreck and lost my scholarship back in 2004 .....but i have not welded since then....i just got a welder today and used your video to brush up on my welding skills and it was exactly what i needed ...your nephew is a natural at welding btw lol....again ty

    • @Mikefestiva
      @Mikefestiva  4 года назад

      Thanks Tim! I’m glad our video has helped you out 👍 I’m glad to hear you are getting back into welding, it’s an awesome skill to have.
      What kind of welder did you pick up?

  • @chitchatwchuck
    @chitchatwchuck 4 года назад +4

    Just watched your 6 items for beginners, then this video. You've earned another sub!

    • @Mikefestiva
      @Mikefestiva  4 года назад +1

      Thanks Chuck I appreciate the sub 👍
      I have quite a few videos covering a lot of projects and tool info. I would suggest the salvaging cheap to free metal video I did. It gives a lot of tips on finding good metal. Take care

  • @southerncross179
    @southerncross179 2 года назад

    I just bought the T125. Your videos on the welder are very good for a person who have never welded before. Thanks

  • @jeremyrifenburg9638
    @jeremyrifenburg9638 5 лет назад +3

    This is a great video. After watching a bunch of your other videos I ordered the titanium flux 125, and I am eager for it to get here. I can't wait to start playing with it, and learning the art of welding (you make it look easy). Love your channel keep the videos coming.

  • @mattro4902
    @mattro4902 2 года назад +2

    About to take delivery of my YESWelder MIG-205DS. This vid def helped. Much appreciated. And well done to Liam!

    • @Mikefestiva
      @Mikefestiva  2 года назад +2

      Right on man 👍 my 205DS is still going strong 💪🏼

    • @scottc0510
      @scottc0510 2 года назад +1

      That's the welder I just bought too... In fact, delivery is expected today... :-)

    • @mattro4902
      @mattro4902 2 года назад +1

      @@scottc0510 Here's to hoping it goes well for both of us!

  • @misaelmartinez87
    @misaelmartinez87 4 года назад +3

    Dude what a great video you did. Exactly what I was looking for. Just bought a titanium 140 and can't wait to put this teachings to the test. Definetely will be spending lots of time practicing my skills. Just subscribed. Keep the teaching videos coming..

    • @Mikefestiva
      @Mikefestiva  4 года назад +1

      Right on 👍 thanks for subscribing!
      I think the Titanium series of welders are good, I really like my Titanium 200, I use it all the time 🙂

  • @YogeshChampaneri
    @YogeshChampaneri 3 года назад +1

    I am going to purchase flux welder and have been watching bunch of video's and I like how you are showing techniques for welding. Thank you.

  • @454casull5
    @454casull5 3 года назад +3

    Thanks you so much for simple and clear instruction. By teaching your nephew I believe you said, you taught me.

    • @Mikefestiva
      @Mikefestiva  3 года назад

      Right on thanks that’s great!

  • @mattcampbell4777
    @mattcampbell4777 2 года назад +2

    Outstanding video.....Your Nephew is a quick learner too. Congrats to him!

  • @Reeeeeeeeeeeeemis
    @Reeeeeeeeeeeeemis 4 года назад +4

    Great video. Makes me want to try welding for the first time.

  • @samsen3965
    @samsen3965 2 года назад +2

    12:12 Well your backward "E"s, in our neck of the wood, look a lot like our garden variety "9"s but what a great teaching tutorial and you did an excellent job on all accounts. Thank you for the great content.

  • @Mucram-17
    @Mucram-17 4 года назад +3

    Great job teaching,and great job to Liam.Hes a quick learner.

  • @dugosaurus
    @dugosaurus 4 года назад +1

    Hello Mike. I am a mixed media sculptor with thirty years of sculpting under my belt. I use wire armatures all the time. Very occasionally I have used MAP gas to do a little welding. I'm horrible at it, and it rarely really works for me. I have always been intimidated by arc welding...radiant energy, electric shock, burns...Yeah, I'm scared of chain-saws, too...very accident prone...I'm the kind of guy who manages to catch himself on fire. Anyway, I just want you to know that this video, along with your Titanium Flux 125 review, along with a lot of safety research, led me to finally make the leap. Super power acquired. My welds look like crap, but they are holding, and a lot of doors for sculpture armature have been opened. Thanks very much! Your videos are great!

    • @DanteYewToob
      @DanteYewToob 4 года назад +1

      A neat option is aluminum braising. It's basically soldering aluminum together to create a really strong weld joint. I actually made a few artistic pieces that way, I made a few lamps and a matching end table and bed table doing it.
      It's pretty fun, super simple and way stronger than you'd think.
      So if you ever work with aluminum, check it out. It's super cheap to get started since it's just a blowtorch and a few cheap braising rods. You can get good brand name gear and get started for under 50 bucks including safety usually.
      Just something I thought I'd share, not too many people know about it and I wish I knew about it much sooner!

    • @dugosaurus
      @dugosaurus 4 года назад +1

      @@DanteYewToob thank you, that sound like a good option, too! :)

  • @mitchbussell8107
    @mitchbussell8107 3 года назад +3

    Awesome video great job and helpful tips and explaining ,will watch this several times before I try welding. THANK YOU

  • @pdionne03901
    @pdionne03901 Год назад +2

    Dang I wish I had been able to pick it up that fast! Great job Liam!

  • @savageerrol
    @savageerrol 3 года назад +5

    Makes me wanna go buy this welder and I don’t even weld.!😂👊
    Good Job Liam!
    Great introduction as well!
    Excellent Video! Thanks 😊🙏 ~E

  • @robertblackshear8963
    @robertblackshear8963 2 года назад +2

    Good job on the first weld. I see a welder in you all day.

  • @amenra3988
    @amenra3988 4 года назад +5

    Your video confirmed my purchase to get started.

    • @Mikefestiva
      @Mikefestiva  4 года назад

      Right on! You will have fun welding, I have a lot of videos covering fab work, you can definitely pick up ideas and techniques seeing some of the stuff I have built over the years. Take care

  • @RabbitusMaximus
    @RabbitusMaximus 4 года назад +2

    Thank you. Nice intro for a beginner (like me). Very easy to follow and concise guidance. Appreciate it!

  • @dpete8995
    @dpete8995 Год назад +4

    Dang!… he did pretty good for first ever welds!

  • @mikehouse611
    @mikehouse611 3 года назад +1

    Thanks Mike . GREAT video ! I've been stick welding for years, but I'm going to buy a Hobart Handler 100 this week to weld lighter material. This video will DEFINATELY help me get started.