Mark's continuing the work on his 1980 Trans Am Project and today he's replacing the rotted tail panel with new Firebird Central Sheet Metal and MIG welding it in. Follow along to learn how to do it yourself!

Key tools from this video:

MIG 180 with Spool Gun: https://www.eastwood.com/eastwood-mig...

19" Bead Roller with Drive System: https://www.eastwood.com/eastwood-19-...

Blast Out of a Bucket Kit: https://www.eastwood.com/blast-out-of...

And if you're in need of Firebird parts head over to our friends at: https://www.firebirdcentral.com/

Chapters:
0:00 Introduction
0:15 Project Setup
0:36 Rusty Panel Removal
2:07 Mockup
3:43 Prepping Inner Structure
5:17 New Bumper Mounts
6:53 Welding New Panel On
7:40 Results

Eastwood's MIG 180 Welder
Whether you're a professional or enthusiast, you can now get even more industrial-quality features like inverter technology and a spool gun in this hard-working, affordable MIG welder. Our R&D guys have been constantly improving our welders since 2009 and are proud of this newly designed Eastwood MIG 180 that's great for steel, aluminum and all-around metal fab and auto restoration.

The excellent bead quality and performance matches and often exceeds more expensive MIG welders, making this a great welder for your shop. We've been helping DIYers and professionals do the job right since 1978 and are proud to stand behind this lightweight portable MIG 180 that's great for both new and experienced welders.

MIG 180 Features:
✅ Operates on either 120V or 240V
✅ Welds mild and stainless steel, 24 gauge to 5/16" (3/16" on 120V)
✅ Welds aluminum, 14 gauge to 1/4" with included Spool Gun (1/8" on 120V)
✅ 30-180 amp welding range
✅ Latest IGBT inverter technology
✅ Lightweight and portable at less than 26 lbs
✅ Metal drive motor for smoothest operation
✅ Uses .023 - .035 wire in 4" and 8" spools
✅ Long ground, torch and power cables
✅ 2T/4T modes for long welds
✅ Tack weld setting for consistency in sheet metal
✅ 30% duty cycle at 180 Amps and 60% at 130 Amps
✅ Includes regulator and hose for optimum MIG welding
✅ Uses common Tweco style consumables
✅ Can also be used for Flux-Core welding if you don't have gas
✅ Compare to similar welders that sell for hundreds more
✅ Backed by Eastwood's no-hassle return policy and 3-year warranty

Eastwood 19" Bead Roller with Drive System

✅ Fraction of the cost of a standard motorized bead roller
✅ Can be operated with just one person
✅ Add strength and rigidity to metal panels
✅ Make replacement floor pans, firewalls, trunk floors and more
✅ Create channels, flanges and a multitude of profiles
✅ Fabricate decorative custom designs
✅ Powerful 1/6hp 120v reversible electric motor
✅ Infinitely variable speed control
✅ Foot Pedal and speed controller make it easy to keep a consistent speed while forming in a straight line or around bends
✅ Eastwood Bead Roller Features
✅ Handles up to a 38" wide work piece
✅ 4 mandrels included
✅ Mounts securely in your bench vise
✅ Forms steel up to 18 gauge and aluminum up to 16 gauge
✅ Industry standard 22mm shafts

Blast From a Bucket Kit

Abrasive blasting with a professional gun at a price that anyone can afford. No need for a large blast cabinet that your project might not fit in or a pressure blaster that takes up a large space in your garage. This kit enables you to fill a spare bucket with media connect to compressed air and blast away rust and grime on your project anywhere.

Includes:
✅ High Performance Blast Gun Assembly
✅ Draws 14in Hg of vacuum @ 80 PSI.
✅ 5’ Suction Hose
✅ Pick Up Tube & Clamps
✅ 3 Replacement Nozzles
✅ 1 Replacement Jet
Requires at least 7 CFM @ 80 PSI of clean dry air.

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