A photograph captures a close-up view of spot weld removal using a drill-mounted spot weld cutter and an angle grinder beside a car body panel.

Best Way to Remove Spot Welds Without Ruining the Panel

Spot welds are everywhere in metal fabrication and auto repair—especially when you’re working on older cars or patch panels. At some point, you’re going to need to break those welds cleanly without destroying what’s underneath. Fortunately, there are a few proven ways to do it, and the method you choose depends on the tools you…

A welder in full protective gear repairs a cracked engine block with a TIG torch, as sparks and blue smoke rise from the glowing weld seam in a workshop setting.

Can You Weld a Cracked Engine Block Without Replacing It?

A cracked engine block can be one of the most alarming issues for any vehicle owner or mechanic, but welding it might offer a second chance. Before deciding whether to repair or replace a damaged engine block, it’s important to understand the feasibility, risks, and methods involved in welding it. What Causes an Engine Block…

A tube of J-B Weld Professional Steel Reinforced Epoxy being applied to a rusty metal fuel tank in a workshop setting.

Is JB Weld Gasoline Proof? What You Need to Know Before You Patch

Welding isn’t always an option—especially when you’re dealing with a tiny crack in a gas tank or a leaky spot on your mower. That’s where JB Weld steps in. But before you start patching things up, let’s answer the big question: Can JB Weld actually hold up to gasoline? The short answer? Yes, but only…