TMTech Gas Welding Video Question

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Been trying to teach myself gas welding.  Welding is a hobby that I've always wanted to learn, and a fellow who gave me a bit of guidance suggested I start with gas welding, as the techniques learned with that would set me up well for learning other methods down the road.  I've messed around with a couple small art projects, which I've enjoyed, and hope to continue to do some stuff like that.Also picked up a small Eastwood MIG unit, which I haven't setup yet.  Eventually, I'd like to be able to do some small chopper or bobber motorcycle projects and larger metalworking projects, but for now, I'm just trying to learn the basics.I've been working at it for the past 4 or so months, although between work and family, I don't get a chance to practice as much as I'm sure I need to.  Would love to improve my technique and quality.  I've been able to make two pieces of metal stick together, and few of my practice welds have been strong enough to hold up to my best efforts to break them apart with pliers and vise grips, but its all far from good.I've read a lot of good stuff about Tinman's videos, but I'm wondering if anyone has seen them and can recommend which one might be most focused on gas welding.  Seems like most of them are geared towards auto body or airframe work (which I'd love to learn about someday), with some gas welding thrown in.  I know he has one specifically on gas welding aluminum, but I'm working with just steel at the moment and wasn't sure if the basic principles and technique carry over between the two metals.  Just looking for the best bang for the buck for someone who just needs quality gas welding instruction.Thanks!
Reply:I've never seen any of his videos but he is the master of gas welding and metal shaping. I'd think it'd be money well spent.
Reply:I'll have to look on the site...I've mainly been getting aluminum welding stuff from him.If you want to master the gas torch, I highly recommend attending his course.  I did and I am a LOT more comfortable with the torch now.KevKevin / Machine_Punk from The Aerodrome Studio - Lincoln PowerMIG 210 MP - Meco N Midget w/custom welding station - Vintage Victor 100Current Projects: The Aerodrome Studio
Reply:You really need to master gas welding on steel before going on to aluminum, so I suggest that a basic video makes good sense.   When you can make welds on 18 or 20 ga steel that look fairly good, then you can think about tackling aluminum.  It is really not easy to master gas welding, but if you do, it will be fairly easy to transition to TIG welding.Sculptures in copper and other metalshttp://www.fergusonsculpture.comSyncrowave 200 Millermatic 211Readywelder spoolgunHypertherm 600 plasma cutterThermal Arc GMS300 Victor OA torchHomemade Blacksmith propane forge
Reply:Nothing has served me better, in my learning to weld other processes, than the First welding I was taught. I bought a A/O torch set from Airco (in the 70's) and took a few evening "lessons" there.Learn to Gas Weld and you'll be Way ahead of the curve for the next thing you do....
Reply:If you want to learn to weld steel with Oxy-Acetylene, I would recommend this DVD.http://www.weldingvideos.com/oawelding.htmlKent's aluminum video is good (if a bit dated in presentation) and won't really help you much with welding steel.  I've seen his DVD and taken his welding class...I definitely recommend learning from a live instructor in general, and Kent's "Mastering the Torch" course in particular.  But, I am sure there is a college with a welding course near you.  The hardest part for me was learning how to adjust the torch to get the flame and heat I needed.  There is no replacement for someone showing you exactly what it looks like and how to make the adjustments.KevKevKevin / Machine_Punk from The Aerodrome Studio - Lincoln PowerMIG 210 MP - Meco N Midget w/custom welding station - Vintage Victor 100Current Projects: The Aerodrome Studio
Reply:Thanks for all the replies, everyone!  I think I may take a look at the video MP posted.  I stumbled across that before, but never pulled the trigger.  I got the sense that none of TM's videos were specifically focused on teaching someone to gas weld.  While I'd love to learn bodywork and all the other stuff his videos cover, right now I just want to get my technique down.  Wish I could attend one of his courses, but for what is strictly a budding hobby, I'm short on disposable cash and free time