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KingpinSVT

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New tools:
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Lincoln Pro Mig and Hitachi abrasive chop saw

Those of course compliment the necessary (but already owned) assortment of saws, grinders, shears, squares, magnets, etc. that I have collected over the years.

And my first project:
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Tired of running bead on scrap, and tired of being hunched over on the garage floor or driveway (can't use the workbench, too flammable ;) ) so I decided to build a portable welding table (just angle iron, casters, and a few nuts). I'm going to have someone cut the sheets for the table top and shelf as I'll be using thicker metal and I don't feel like doing it is a cutting wheel or sawzall (I need a torch!).

After all these years of wanting to learn, I will say I find welding/metal work extremely satisfying. Nothing like turning a bunch of angle iron into a nice mobile welding station. And flying sparks looks cooler than sawdust!
 
When you want to learn just pick it up and practice man. That looks sweet Chris. Makes me want to build something now :laugh:
 
Cool, an aquarium stand with wheels! Wish I would have thought of that ;)

My father-in-law has been bit**ing at me for years because I didn't put a 220 line in my garage for a welder. I must state, there have been a few time where one would have come in handy.
 
Joey said:
Cool, an aquarium stand with wheels! Wish I would have thought of that ;)

My father-in-law has been bit**ing at me for years because I didn't put a 220 line in my garage for a welder. I must state, there have been a few time where one would have come in handy.
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220 is nice, but I'm pretty sure you can get a smaller one like the above in with the standard household voltage. If you're just doing small projects that's all you'd really need.
 
Redlineracer12 said:
220 is nice, but I'm pretty sure you can get a smaller one like the above in with the standard household voltage. If you're just doing small projects that's all you'd really need.
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Agreed...but if I want it for free, AKA father-in-laws, I'd need 220 :)
 
Nice shop & gear. Now save up for every gear heads favorite plasma whacker:

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Cutting up to 1/2" will cover almost anything you do at home...
 
Yes Trapps, I think I could find a place for that in my garage.

I'm actually starting to surf Craigslist for a plasma cutter. It seems your money is better spent on the top brands, and there are many fine used units out there. $1000+ on a fancy torch is a bit rich for me, unfortunately.
 
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