Look around you. Is there anything – anything – within a 25- to 30-foot radius that could catch on fire if, say, a shower of sparks were to land on it? Are you sure? What are you wearing? Does your ...

Many of us are comfortable using an oxy-acetylene torch, but sometimes we’re dissatisfied with our cuts. Here are things to check, and tips to improve torch performance: 1. Generic regulator setting ...

Broken, rusty parts are common fare for classic trucks. Rust penetrates the pores of older metal, and even with glass-beading and acid dips, rust remains chemically embedded in badly oxidized metal.

AUTOGENOUS welding consists in uniting metals by fusion without the intervention of solder. Ordinary welds may be effected by heating in a forge, but the local application of heat by an electric ...

Does one tool work best in every application? A hammer can pound any nail in the house, but a pneumatic nail gun gets the roof shingled faster. For the HVACR technician, the right tool for soldering ...

I compare oxy-acetylene and propane torches to help you decide which tool fits your workshop needs best. Pros, cons, and practical tips included. Department of Labor under fire for language similar to ...