Recycled Wheel Fire Pit Welding Project - MIG Monday

Learn how to create a unique fire pit from recycled car rims in this 20-minute welding tutorial. Follow step-by-step instructions to transform three car rims of different sizes and some scrap sheet metal into a functional outdoor fire pit. Master techniques such as plasma cutting, flux-cored arc welding (FCAW), and metal preparation. Discover how to cut out the center of the top wheel, prepare and weld the rims together, measure and cut a fire door, clean up plasma cuts, and create an ash collector. Perfect for beginner welders or those looking for an easy summer project, this tutorial provides all the necessary information, including required materials and equipment, to complete this creative upcycling project.

Step 1- Cut out the Center of the Top Wheel
Step 2 - Prepare the Wheels for Welding
Step 3 - Weld the Top Two Wheels Together
Step 4 - Measure and Cut the Fire Door
Step 5 - Clean up the Plasma Cuts
Step 6 - Trace and Cut the Ash Collector
Step 7 - Weld the Ash Collector into the smallest lower rim.