After botching many welding jobs, Dan Anderson has established baselines for any weld he now attempts. For example, positioning his helmet closer versus further from the arc allows him to better monitor the weld puddle.

Welding arcs aren’t as illuminating as they seem. A special light designed for welding and a good welding helmet can help.

Comparing his mediocre welding skills to a young guy who knows how to weld very, very well, Dan Anderson noticed several things he needs to incorporate in his welding skills.

Prep work is the secret to nice welds as well as the key to painting over welds. To make the paint job look "factory," remove the soot and welder grime.