5th Street Fab

5th Street Fab

Hey there! Welcome to our little corner of the internet. I'm Max, your guide in the awesome world of welding and fabrication. I'm what's called a Welding Geek! I live and breath Welding and Fabrication.

Join me as we roll down our sleeves and dive headfirst into the amazing world of Welding and Fabrication. Whether you're a seasoned pro wanting different ideas and techniques or just dipping your toes in, there's something here for you. Together, we'll explore the ins and outs of TIG and MIG welding, CNC and maybe a little bit of CAD/CAM programming.

But this isn't just about technique, it's about connection. It's about you and me, side by side. And hey, this isn't a one-way street, it's a conversation. So jump into the comments, ask questions, share your experiences, and let's learn from each other. Whether you're seeking advice, offering encouragement, or just geeking out over the latest welding gear, this is your place. I love answering questions. Welcome to our community.

The Secrets of TIG CUPS

The Secrets of TIG CUPS

Railing and Gate Job

Railing and Gate Job

Custom Handrail Build

Custom Handrail Build

Ultimate Chop Saw Stand

Ultimate Chop Saw Stand

Boat Projects from Work

Boat Projects from Work

How to make Pie Cuts

How to make Pie Cuts

MIG VS TIG  What's Quicker?

MIG VS TIG What's Quicker?

Beginner TIG Package

Beginner TIG Package

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  • @hopelessnerd6677
    @hopelessnerd6677Күн бұрын

    That's not welding. It's art.

  • @Awesomesaucefrfr
    @AwesomesaucefrfrКүн бұрын

    Why'd you build a headache rack when you have one sitting on the floor in garage. Sorry, just a firm believer in if it ain't broken don't fix it

  • @johnjabster2247
    @johnjabster22477 күн бұрын

    Settings on a/c

  • @Azween933
    @Azween93310 күн бұрын

    Hye, may i know what type of tungsten do u used to weld aluminium?

  • @tydupont8084
    @tydupont808415 күн бұрын

    That was hard to watch

  • @SmokyRibsBBQ
    @SmokyRibsBBQ19 күн бұрын

    The links to your tig welder do not work, none of them

  • @Twilightpainter
    @TwilightpainterАй бұрын

    Please show the welding, not your hands and the back of your head. Thank you.

  • @airmannajera
    @airmannajeraАй бұрын

    Finally another left handed welder 😍

  • @JayKayCustomFab
    @JayKayCustomFabАй бұрын

    What are the advantages of having a box pan brake with a segmented lower blade as well as the upper blade being segmented??

  • @johnhunt6992
    @johnhunt69923 күн бұрын

    Known as a European style pan brake. Allows you to do interrupted folds. If you remove say the left side lower segment from a bend, the apron raises and bends on the right side leaving the left side flat. It could also provide clearance to allow you to do reverse bends. Like bending a flange up next to a flange that is bent down. I find i it allows me to machine bend some parts that I would otherwise have to bend over the edge of the bench, or blocks of wood / odd bits of steel with a mallet or slapper if I only had the more common upper segments. Hope this helps.

  • @stu2667
    @stu26672 ай бұрын

    What happened if you don’t put the vent hole

  • @haf-oq3vt
    @haf-oq3vt2 ай бұрын

    Well done ❤. I like people like you. I hope you do everything well as you want. Very good welding. Please tell me about setting that you welded. Thanks for video

  • @bma56
    @bma562 ай бұрын

    👍

  • @Mudweizer
    @Mudweizer2 ай бұрын

    That was awesome 😎

  • @lilPOPjim
    @lilPOPjim2 ай бұрын

    I tried tig welding aluminium yesterday. I done a round end from what I've read, but ended up with a wondering arc which was terrible. Once I accidently hit the tip with filler, the end balled, and the electrode was beautiful. It was so easy to weld once that happened!

  • @100andmore5
    @100andmore5Ай бұрын

    what type of tungsten were you using? from other welders ive heard that different types can hold a ball tip way better than others

  • @JoshuaLa88
    @JoshuaLa887 күн бұрын

    use white tip or blue.

  • @dawndowling9916
    @dawndowling99165 күн бұрын

    Hi, I’m new and learning about welding aluminum. I heard that pure tungsten green was best?

  • @joshualau7982
    @joshualau79824 күн бұрын

    @@dawndowling9916 for older trannys sure. But new inverter types use Lanthanated or rare earth. Look them up for reference

  • @screwstontx9833
    @screwstontx98332 ай бұрын

    How hot were you running? What amps

  • @WickmanC6
    @WickmanC62 ай бұрын

    Great tutorial thanks

  • @Rcaceres
    @Rcaceres2 ай бұрын

    Hey man thanks for the pointers! What do you set your argon cfh too? I have mine at 10cfh and 80amps and I can’t tack my pipes

  • @5thStreetFab
    @5thStreetFab2 ай бұрын

    It depends on your cup size. Its basically double your cup size so if you're running a #5 10 cfh is good. But every regulator seems to be a little off some are high some are low. Its best to just turn them up until your weld is clean. And probably a lot more amps! Like 120 or more depending on how thick

  • @raptor5095
    @raptor50952 ай бұрын

    Whats up bro quick question for you i just saw a old video of you building a back rack for truck. What the program you use on your pc ?

  • @5thStreetFab
    @5thStreetFab2 ай бұрын

    Ya it was fusion 360 but its so expensive i got rid of it. They want $680 a year now it used to be like $120 a year

  • @drumtwo4seven
    @drumtwo4seven2 ай бұрын

    YOU DON'T NEED TO TURN YOUR MACHINE DOWN TO MIG LIKE TIG YOU ABSOLUTELY CAN STACK DIMES WHILE YOUR MACHINE IS TURNED UP WELDING HOT

  • @5thStreetFab
    @5thStreetFab2 ай бұрын

    Definitely true you can stack dimes up nice and hot. This is specifically for the mig like tig they use in a bunch of offroad shops

  • @drumtwo4seven
    @drumtwo4seven2 ай бұрын

    @@5thStreetFab I mostly mentioned it because your cut and etch showed arguably that's not such a good idea. Get good penetration and stack dimes... just saying that

  • @5thStreetFab
    @5thStreetFab2 ай бұрын

    @@drumtwo4seven i totally agree

  • @tig_happens
    @tig_happens2 ай бұрын

    Man I don't know why some people complain but I really love these videos with this format! Informative and funny af too! 😆 Keep em coming brother! 👊

  • @5thStreetFab
    @5thStreetFab2 ай бұрын

    Haha I love them! I think ill do one every couple weeks and normal ones the other time

  • @tig_happens
    @tig_happens2 ай бұрын

    @@5thStreetFab sounds like a plan to keep everybody happy brother! 🤙

  • @funfun8095
    @funfun80952 ай бұрын

    One or two of these videos, was ok, but not liking the new format, since you came back. I wish you'd go back to how you were doing videos, before.

  • @5thStreetFab
    @5thStreetFab2 ай бұрын

    Thanks! Im thinking about it!

  • @wdj935
    @wdj9352 ай бұрын

    Great video. Thanks

  • @ZILAwelds
    @ZILAwelds2 ай бұрын

    Great video, great editing and b role

  • @5thStreetFab
    @5thStreetFab2 ай бұрын

    Haha thanks peter. Half the fun is finding funny broll to throw in

  • @johnversluis3084
    @johnversluis30842 ай бұрын

    OMG man this funny I have been burn BIG GAS bad vacuum when the filled gas when was teaching my self tig

  • @5thStreetFab
    @5thStreetFab2 ай бұрын

    It's the worst man!

  • @cat-pl7ey
    @cat-pl7ey2 ай бұрын

    Yes your right looks over holding power makes big difference

  • @chrisjames6349
    @chrisjames63492 ай бұрын

    I had to do 600+ cuts today and had to use my chop saw on three trestle tables, wooden blocks and use a weighted plastic crate as a stop guide for repeatable cuts. I’ve been putting off making chop saw station because I wasn’t sure how to integrate the backstop. Your solution is perfect! I’ll be adapting this for my setup next week!! Thanks!

  • @5thStreetFab
    @5thStreetFab2 ай бұрын

    man that is some repetitive work! go for it bud!

  • @kotivausmuzikstephens8579
    @kotivausmuzikstephens85792 ай бұрын

    Wow great job, hope it’s gets better with me one day 😊

  • @MADDSNL
    @MADDSNL2 ай бұрын

    Wow

  • @xaviercole4940
    @xaviercole49402 ай бұрын

    my wire won’t come out of my wire

  • @Mike-lt6sj
    @Mike-lt6sj2 ай бұрын

    My new fav is a furick #5 standard glass cup with the diffuser. Durable, clear, low gas use, and welds great.

  • @5thStreetFab
    @5thStreetFab2 ай бұрын

    Nice i haven't tried them yet but they sound great!

  • @danielfriday-ux2oz
    @danielfriday-ux2oz3 ай бұрын

    Skip the dimes go for those half dollar ones

  • @tig_happens
    @tig_happens3 ай бұрын

    I'd say these 3 steps are exactly the progression to perfection for anyone trying to learn. You start with the first one and then you climb the ladder up with the next 2. The third step is the "hardest" but it's the most rewarding. I've been using that technique for years now and it's my absolute favorite 🤙 Great video man! 👊

  • @5thStreetFab
    @5thStreetFab3 ай бұрын

    Thanks dude!

  • @0860888080
    @08608880803 ай бұрын

    I'm just some guy that doesn't do anything like this, but I have ideas and think aluminum would be good to build the stuff I'm thinking about. But everywhere I look, people say "it's really hard to weld aluminum" like it's damn near impossible. Thanks to your video, I now think it's accessible with some good practice. Maybe in a few years my ideas will become real.

  • @5thStreetFab
    @5thStreetFab3 ай бұрын

    Ya i like starting people on aluminum because its easier to see. You have a much bigger weld to work with. Its not any harder it's just different.

  • @nhellman84
    @nhellman843 ай бұрын

    You too man

  • @Djwunmoshen
    @Djwunmoshen3 ай бұрын

    This some dope ass shit!!! Dope Craftsmanship

  • @5thStreetFab
    @5thStreetFab3 ай бұрын

    Thanks dude!

  • @michaelschulz4317
    @michaelschulz43173 ай бұрын

    Dude that's clean, clean like a button up T on sunday!

  • @5thStreetFab
    @5thStreetFab3 ай бұрын

    Haha thanks im totally stealing this saying haha

  • @user-ki5rj8wr5s
    @user-ki5rj8wr5s3 ай бұрын

    Hi vivi the girl in it she is my cuasin go max go vivi go gunner go cahcandra

  • @5thStreetFab
    @5thStreetFab3 ай бұрын

    CARMANI! What are you doing commenting on videos!

  • @user-ki5rj8wr5s
    @user-ki5rj8wr5s3 ай бұрын

    Idk

  • @user-ki5rj8wr5s
    @user-ki5rj8wr5s3 ай бұрын

    I like this video

  • @user-ki5rj8wr5s
    @user-ki5rj8wr5s3 ай бұрын

    Lol

  • @LutherBaker
    @LutherBaker3 ай бұрын

    As a relatively new welder, I use the pause and move technique and I've had a bit of difficulty keeping my puddle overlaps consistently sized. I also suffer from too much heat into the piece. I'm going to try the continuous pass method ... thank you for the tip.

  • @5thStreetFab
    @5thStreetFab3 ай бұрын

    Anytime bud!

  • @therealcj_b
    @therealcj_b3 ай бұрын

    Fastest dabs around😂 Dimple dies are some of my favorite fab tools.

  • @5thStreetFab
    @5thStreetFab3 ай бұрын

    Same here! Im always lookin for any reason to use them!

  • @Mike-lt6sj
    @Mike-lt6sj3 ай бұрын

    ​@5thStreetFab me too. You just gave me another reason. That's a cool hanger. I'm going to make a couple rolled aluminum band clamps that mount something similar to a 330cf tank.

  • @WojnarskiWeldingFabricaion
    @WojnarskiWeldingFabricaion3 ай бұрын

    🐐!!!! Nice video. I like to move fast and hot stainless I do ok aluminum I don’t get as consistent with and the weld bead isn’t as shiny i try to change it up every once in a while and go slower. 🍻

  • @5thStreetFab
    @5thStreetFab3 ай бұрын

    Nice! I watched your pole repair video and intercooler video! Nice job dude

  • @WojnarskiWeldingFabricaion
    @WojnarskiWeldingFabricaion3 ай бұрын

    @@5thStreetFab ahhh the inter cooler one didn’t come out as good as I’d like. Thinner aluminum pipe isn’t my go to. Still a little new with the KZread man it’s a lot of work editing videos haha having fun with it though. Thanks man

  • @5thStreetFab
    @5thStreetFab3 ай бұрын

    @@WojnarskiWeldingFabricaion looked good from where i was!

  • @J-Gx
    @J-Gx3 ай бұрын

    Thanks for the tips! I have a tip for you too. Do not use music with lyrics when talking in your videos :)

  • @5thStreetFab
    @5thStreetFab3 ай бұрын

    Haha thanks dude im still learning this stuff

  • @J-Gx
    @J-Gx3 ай бұрын

    No worries! The least we can do for what you are teaching us!

  • @JesseWright68
    @JesseWright683 ай бұрын

    Agreed. Ditch that distracting music.

  • @5thStreetFab
    @5thStreetFab3 ай бұрын

    @@JesseWright68 will do👍

  • @trailerpark187
    @trailerpark1873 ай бұрын

    Giving away all our secrets. Big tig coming after you now

  • @5thStreetFab
    @5thStreetFab3 ай бұрын

    Im still using dial up so itll take em too long to find me

  • @hectorr814
    @hectorr8143 ай бұрын

    EXCELENTE VIDEO¡¡..SALUDOS DESDE MEXICO.

  • @5thStreetFab
    @5thStreetFab3 ай бұрын

    !Gracias compa!

  • @tomthompson7400
    @tomthompson74003 ай бұрын

    Its only simple when you know ,,,,

  • @5thStreetFab
    @5thStreetFab3 ай бұрын

    What's Your Go To Technique?! Let me know.

  • @pawerybakiewicz3689
    @pawerybakiewicz36893 ай бұрын

    Nice.

  • @LutherBaker
    @LutherBaker3 ай бұрын

    I've been TIG welding as a hobby for about a year. When you do lap joints, what profile do you look for? I practice on 1/8" coupons but I inevitably always see what I'd consider undercut and I'm wondering if that is normal for a lap joint. I don't notice it so much with your coupons. I've tried to use slightly bigger filler but then it sticks more than I'd like.

  • @5thStreetFab
    @5thStreetFab3 ай бұрын

    I like it to look flat from top to bottom. The best wau to get rid of the saw tooth at the top it to bevel the too plate slightly. I think i have it in another video on here. But if you bevel the top piece you wont have to add as much filler and it keeps from getting those saw teeth. I didnt use it here i used 1/16" filler. Also a closer ripple spacing helps too.

  • @nhellman84
    @nhellman843 ай бұрын

    Man that looks great! You doing this for a living or just a side hobby? You ever do any stick welding?

  • @5thStreetFab
    @5thStreetFab3 ай бұрын

    Thanks dude. I do it for a living. Is this nick?

  • @nhellman84
    @nhellman843 ай бұрын

    Yes

  • @5thStreetFab
    @5thStreetFab3 ай бұрын

    From portland? Long time no see dude

  • @nhellman84
    @nhellman843 ай бұрын

    Yeah it’s been what 8 years haha

  • @5thStreetFab
    @5thStreetFab3 ай бұрын

    Haha ya dude! Hope everythings good in your neck of the woods!

  • @BasicFolders
    @BasicFolders3 ай бұрын

    Sorry I missed this, but fun to see this posted once I got home from work. 👍

  • @5thStreetFab
    @5thStreetFab3 ай бұрын

    No worries dude!

  • @bquade70
    @bquade703 ай бұрын

    Great stuff, thx!

  • @5thStreetFab
    @5thStreetFab3 ай бұрын

    No problem