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DIY Welding Project: "Holey" Welding Cart [Guide]

Ron Covell

Build a custom "Holey" welding cart with this advanced step-by-step guide. Learn how to fabricate a durable cart with storage for your welder, gas bottles and tools using 16-gauge steel, punch-and-flare techniques and precision metalworking.

"Holey" Welding Cart Project Plans

Tools and Materials


  • Miller® Millermatic® 211 PRO
  • Shielding gas – C25
  • Filler metal – .024 ER70S-6
  • Casters – Service caster, 3-inch-diameter expanding stem
  • Rear wheels – Magliner 8-inch
  • Sheet metal – 16-gauge cold rolled steel
  • Round-over dies – 5/16 Covell round-over dies from Trick Tools
  • Bead roller – J-S from Trick Tools
  • Punch & flare dies – Mittler Bros. (1/2", 3/4", 1", 1-1/4", 1-1/2", 1-3/4", 2", 2-1/4", 2-1/2")
  • Abrasives – 3-inch 80 & 120 grit discs, 60 grit 3/8" belt
  • Miller Digital Infinity™ welding helmet
  • Miller TIG gloves
  • Miller welding jacket
  • Safety glasses

 

WARNING: READ AND FOLLOW ALL LABELS AND THE OWNER’S MANUAL.

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About Ron Covell

Ron Covell is a talented welder and metalworker in the automotive industry. Covell is a contributor for Hot Rod Network, where he has a popular column titled, "Professor Hammer's Metalworking Tips." He also owns Covell Creative Metalworking, offers instructional metalworking DVDs and hosts workshops around the country.

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Posted Jul 29, 2024