How about a Georgia gathering? (second try!)

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Ok, I totally missed Hammick_Welding's thread in October for the same topic, but it seemed like the idea died when he stopped posting.  Anyway, I would be interested in providing a location for a gathering at my shop in Braselton near Road Atlanta and Lanier Raceway.  I've got good MIG, TIG, Stick and O.A. equipment not to mention a killer 90 amp plasma cutter.  It's my tube bending shop so I could demonstrate full mandrel bending as well...The one thing I'd really enjoy is some good stick pointers.  I don't really use it much at all except very rarely with nickel rods on cast iron, so I'm not very practiced with it at all.My shop is 2000 sq.ft. located about 5 miles west of exit 129 on I-85 if you're wondering where it is.Jason
Reply:Anyone from the area should attend!!!!!!!It's a great opportunity to learn and get to use equipment thats not in your average home shop!!Anyone within a 300 mile radius..It's a no brainer..I have had great success with my classes (With the help of others that donate time and toys  )DO IT!!!!...zap!I am not completely insane..Some parts are missing Professional Driver on a closed course....Do not attempt.Just because I'm a  dumbass don't mean that you can be too.So DON'T try any of this **** l do at home.
Reply:I may run up from Jax FL if I have time.  I could show you all the SMAW you want to know.  TIG is what I need help atTrailblazer 302 AirpakDynasty 200 DX  Thermal Dynamics Cutmaster 52 CamoMiller Dailarc 250 OLD But great!!2 Miller 140's w/autoset NEW! Millwauke Cold cut sawsDewalt portabandJd2 notcherPipe beveling machine
Reply:You're an hour from me, sounds like fun!Miller EconotigCutmaster 38Yes ma'am, that IS a screwdriver in my pocket!
Reply:Braselton is a little farther from me, but I would still be glad to come. Again I have nothing to offer in the way of instruction, but I would definitely be on the list. Might give me a chance to hit the Hooch for some Trout.MmmmmmmmmmmmBeeeeerrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrGooooooooooo  oodddd!!!!
Reply:Originally Posted by petersenj20 Might give me a chance to hit the Hooch for some Trout.
Reply:I am in Snellville so it would be a short trip for me.
Reply:Surely there are more in the area than the couple that have posted.  Where's Smithboy?  I wish I knew what happened to Hammack...
Reply:I am interested...It would only be a couple of hour drive for me...If I remember, Braselton has a few antique stores that would keep a wife busy for a few hours, right???Smithboy...if it ain't broke, you ain't tryin'.
Reply:Originally Posted by Joe HThat sounds fun too. Should I bring my canoe?
Reply:This would be great for me, I'm about 30 minutes away.  I would love to attend. Wes
Reply:Wes - where are you located?  What is your welding background?  I was surprised to see someone so close!I guess I'll just leave this thead go for a little while and see how many people we get interested...
Reply:Hey Im there.Just me details when. weld it like you own it
Reply:I'm in!  You guys set the time and place and let me know if you need me to bring any of my toys down.  I'd love some TIG tips and could stand a little brush up on my stick.  I'm North Atlanta on 575 so it's not that big of a trip for me either.Scott
Reply:I live in Dacula near Hamilton Mill.  I work out of Athens and have a small shop there. I work for a laser leveling company and do a lot of repair work on equipment (tractors and implements).  There are several techniques I could use help with.  I have a bottle of 98/2 and some dualshield rolls I could bring.  Wes
Reply:98/2 would be great - I've really been wanting to try some with my XMT 300 CC/CV and see what spray is all about.  I just don't have a good bottle program going yet and can't spare the ones I own to try it.Incidentally, I am about 5 miles from Hamilton Mill right now up 124...
Reply:I sure would like to come down and meet you guys and improve my welding skills. I would have to ask that you promise not to get me drunk and take me to a topless bar, after all the welding in done.
Reply:id love to go! its about a 10hr drive for me   someone needs to host one in NC/VA area
Reply:Originally Posted by 6010 I would have to ask that you promise not to get me drunk and take me to a topless bar, after all the welding in done.
Reply:I'm in Canton and would like to join ya'll.  Mike
Reply:Originally Posted by d110pickupI'm in Canton and would like to join ya'll.  Mike
Reply:This is a shameless "Bump" but I would really like to do a Georgia gathering at some point.Miller 225GLincoln 215Magnum Spool GunA/O RigIf I can step over it, I can weld it!
Reply:Im just NW of Augusta. I'd be in for a meet if given enough lead time to get away from work."I need this parade like I need a hole in the head"~John F.Kennedy
Reply:I'm in Kennesaw. I have no formal experience but would love to come learn.
Reply:So, do I see about 10-12 people interested now?  That sounds like a shop full!  I guess I need to start thinking about a date...Indeed.....start thinking about a date....again......I'm willing to bring all of my gear down plus some premium "scrap" to weld...Miller 225GLincoln 215Magnum Spool GunA/O RigIf I can step over it, I can weld it!
Reply:I am in Lawrenceville and would love to come.  Finally have a garage and a decent job so I can afford tools again(ie welder shopping).  I spent some time in a metal shop, but a good refresh wouldnt hurt.  -Greg
Reply:i'd be willing to come up from charleston if given enough lead time. with work, school and my side business, 2weeks of lead time is premium."Retreat hell, were just fighting in the other direction"Miller Trailblazer 302, Extreme 12 VS, Dimension 400, Spectrum 375, HF 251D-1, Milermatic 251 w/ spoolgun  Hypertherm 1000Lincoln sp 1702000 F-450 to haul it
Reply:im in spartanburg sc i will be there just post a date with a couple weeks noticeComplete Fabrication Shop specializing in pipe fabrication. Also offering heavy steel fabrication and sheet metal work.
Reply:TTT.Tubular, have you given anymore thought to this get together?Mike
Reply:Check out the new thread on this titled "Georgia Confab Sign-up" to sign-up for this...  Click hereLast edited by TubularFab; 02-09-2008 at 10:19 PM.
Reply:I just PM'ed Tubular Fab, but I am still alive.  I've been out of pocket for a few months with some work issues, but I am now back online.  I will be at the school with two portable setups, to help with stick, O/A cutting, gouging, and brazing.  I also have a scratch start tig setup on one of them for anyone interested in trying that as well.   Look forward to finally meeting some of you there.I'm a Lover, Fighter, Wild horse Rider, and a pretty good welding man......
Reply:Welcome back Jackson, glad to hear life is getting back to normal.Anything worth doing is worth doing RIGHT
Reply:Thank's Olddad.  It's good to be back....I'm a Lover, Fighter, Wild horse Rider, and a pretty good welding man......