Set of JTR set back plates, spacers, and trans Xmember

[Guest BigWhyteDude]

Hey guys,

I've got an uncle that is going to teach my bro and i the basics of welding and cutting with an oxy-acetylene tourch. I thought so that i would have an actual project to learn on i would try and make a set of spacers, setback plates, trans x-member, and anything else i can think of in the JTR manual. I was wondering if i do make all of this, would anyone want to take them off of my hands for cheap? Only for the low low price of shipping and a couple of extra bucks. If any one is interested Pm me. I dont know if i am gonna be able to make it all but i sure will give it a try. If they do not turn out to be of good quality i will not sell them to anyone. We are going over to his house tomorrow, ill have to get some steal next week however, I will let whom ever PM's me first, (if anyone ) know when i complete them,

P.S. im only gona make one set so first come first serve.

 

Merry Christmas guys,

 

Andrew

[RPMS]

Have fun learning OxyAcetylene welding. You're going to have the time of your life cookin' with gas. Just remember which end of the stick is hot! Welding is an arena where stupid REALLY hurts. (ask me how I know...)

 

Welding with electricity is (to me) a violent and crude process (with the exception of TIG). Gas welding is much more elegant, and seems to be becoming a lost art. Arc welding does have the advantage of not setting your car on fire if you point the electrode in the wrong direction, though.

 

I know you'll enjoy it!

[Guest BigWhyteDude]

I plan on it This is something i have wanted to learn how to do for just about aslong as ive been interested in cars. Metal work, not just welding is something i have always liked. I will definatly make the best of this

By the way my uncle is a very experianced metal worker, mostly steal and cast iron. He has been restoring tractors and old farm equipment since before i was born. He does a fantastic job on all of his machines as well. Hes not so much a car guy but it's close enough for me

 

Andrew

[quicker240]

I have an extra car that may get a V8 soon,so if the stuff turns out good,I'll take it off your hands!

[datsunlover]

Hey man, have fun! I just learne to weld ths past summer and it's not a difficult as some ppl think. Not that I am that good, but a little practice is all you need. Its really a hands on learning thing... but make sure you wear gloves to protect them! (I'v got little scars all over my hands and arms from not wearing any. Ouch!) I am with RPMS though, arc is kind of brutal... I like wire feed mig. The welder I used most of the summer was lent to me by a buddy (who also showed me how to use it) and it was a 110 v/flux core wire unit. (no gas bottle needed because the wire has flux in it) It works quite well, and you can cart it around anywhere and plug in to a normal outlet/extension cord. Only problem is a 10 LB roll of wire cost's $70! My boss has a 'real' mig, 220 gas that I was using the other day, and it is amazing. Just read the chart on the side (for the thickness of metal you'r using) and it tells you where to set the dials. Makes really nice welds with little effort. It's not quite portable though..

I'm actually looking to buy a welder, and I find the stick/arc units are pretty cheep compared to migs. ANyway, have fun man and good luck!

[Guest BigWhyteDude]

Well unfortunately my uncle had to go out of town unexpectedly today. had to go pick up a friend from the side of the road a couple of hours away:). Ill have to get back to him later tonight.

 

Andrew