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This exciting new book isolates the important skills of welding in today's collision market. Everything from the use for new welding equipment and techniques to plasma are cutting, sectioning, and brazing are covered. A thorough overview of collision repair methods, including MIG welding, TIG welding, and oxyacetylene welding gives the reader an understanding of current repair techniques. A substantial portion of the book is devoted to the subject of using automotive plastics in both unibody and traditional frame construction.
covers all of the techniques needed to be a skilled, well-rounded auto body technician
includes separate chapters on MIG Welding, Resistance Spot Welding, Shielded Metal Arc Welding, Oxyacetylene Welding, and Plasma Arc
complete coverage of plastic repair including materials, equipment, and methods
contains Glossary, Reference Table, Troubleshooting Guides, Decimal and Metric conversions, and Index
Preface
Chapter 1 : Welding Safety
Chapter 2 : Restoring a Vehicle's Structural Integrity
Chapter 3 : MIG Welding
Chapter 4 : MIG Techniques
Chapter 5 : MIG Welding Practices
Chapter 6 : Resistance Spot Welding (RSW)
Chapter 7 : Shielded Metal Arc Welding (Stick Welding)
Chapter 8 : Oxyaceteylene Welding
Chapter 9 : Brazing and Soldering
Chapter 10 : Plasma Arc and Flame Cutting
Chapter 11 : Plastic Repair Materials and Equipment
Chapter 12 : Plastic Repair Methods
Chapter 13 : Special Plastic and Fiberglass Repair Techniques
Glossary
References
Troubleshooting Guide
Decimal and Metric Equivalents
Index