Projects 1 and 2

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Well, they're not so pretty, but they should hold up OK.  If you looked only at the welds, you could probably tell where I started and where I stopped.  But being as the project is part of the practice, thats OK right?  At first I had a problem with burn through, but then I started doing overlapping tacks and started to get a better feel for the metals "needs."The table was project 1.  The angle is significantly thicker, so it gave me more wiggle room for finding the correct settings.  I did do a lot of cutting, grinding, re-welding until I felt that I got a good weld.The cart is project 2.  The tube is thinner and has helped me "refine" my touch.  The only problem is I ran out of wire (d'oh!) while trying to weld on the last angle piece for the rear casters (casters are wider than the tube, so I was using left over angle to give me more width).  Anyway, its not finished, but its getting close.  These projects take longer than I thought!  I have to finish welding the caster mounts, and then the bottle bracket.  Floors will be added when complete, of course.I will say, having a good welding surface has greatly increased the accuracy and ease of my welding.  The table was off square by about 1/16" to 1/8" in a few dimensions, but the cart is dead on.  Guess thats the benefit of having the work up close to you with good clamping surfaces and not on the garage floor.Comments are welcome, I'm a newb learning on my own so I could use them.Don't mind the trash bag welding cover, it can get dusty in my garage and it will work until I get a real one.  Its covering a Lincoln Pro Mig 140, which I've been filling with flux for the time being.And the obligatory weld pictures:1 good, 1 not so prettyAnd running out of wire  :Those that say "If it ain't broke, don't fix it" just don't understand!Fast-Cheap-Reliable:  Pick two.
Reply:Your cart is good and sturdy.   You know a good weld from a bad one, so all you have to do is burn up a few more rolls of wire.  DavidReal world weldin.  When I grow up I want to be a tig weldor.
Reply:Thats not going anywhere fast..Good job on the welds and the fit..Love your Lobster..Crab..whatever it is.....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:Good job, it's all part of the learning curve. You're doin' just fine.                                     MikeOl' Stonebreaker  "Experience is the name everyone gives to their mistakes"Hobart G-213 portableMiller 175 migMiller thunderbolt ac/dc stick Victor O/A setupMakita chop saw
Reply:The cart could probably double as a jack stand, lol.Its a lobster. . . . pool float.Those that say "If it ain't broke, don't fix it" just don't understand!Fast-Cheap-Reliable:  Pick two.
Reply:Originally Posted by KingerThe cart could probably double as a jack stand, lol.Its a lobster. . . . pool float.
Reply:Hey you're getting there. Looks fine to me from here. I've used a lot of the "glad" brand covers too. They even make hefty ones for emergency travel bags.
Reply:Looking good.  It looks to me like you have a clean but empty shop from the pics. I guess your pocket book is going to take a lot of hits over the next while  . I remember when I was starting out, My wife would hide all the flyers when they came so I would buy more tools. Miller DVI2Lincoln Precision Tig 225Thermodynamics Cutmaster 38Everything else needed.
Reply:Re:  the unfinished cart...someone said planning is 90% of the job.  I like that you miter cut the corner joints.  Looks professional.WeldingWeb forum--now more sophomoric banter than anything else!
Reply:Originally Posted by jamlitLooking good.  It looks to me like you have a clean but empty shop from the pics. I guess your pocket book is going to take a lot of hits over the next while  . I remember when I was starting out, My wife would hide all the flyers when they came so I would buy more tools.
Reply:I see your in Ocala..I've been to Don Garlits Museum many times..Look in the model car display..There is a Lee Sheppard Camaro in there..I built it..Brought it to the 'Gators in '85 when we were running S/G..He was killed a week before testing in Arlington Tx.. Gave it to Don in the pits..Had a pic in National Dragster and everything..But I managed to get Gliddens Sig on a T-Bird model..Sorry about the hijack..But if anyone here gets a chance to go there..DO IT!!!!]You will not regret 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:Of course I've been there.  What self respecting motor head who lives in this area hasn't?  I think its mandatory. . .Maybe I'll go back to check out your work.  Rumor has it your a decent weldor. Those that say "If it ain't broke, don't fix it" just don't understand!Fast-Cheap-Reliable:  Pick two.
Reply:Originally Posted by KingerOf course I've been there.  What self respecting motor head who lives in this area hasn't?  I think its mandatory. . .Maybe I'll go back to check out your work.  Rumor has it your a decent weldor.
Reply:Originally Posted by KingerOf course I've been there.  What self respecting motor head who lives in this area hasn't?  I think its mandatory. . .Maybe I'll go back to check out your work.  Rumor has it your a decent weldor.
Reply:Isn't Smokey Yunick's place in that neck of the woods?  The "best damn garage in town."WeldingWeb forum--now more sophomoric banter than anything else!
Reply:Smokey was in Daytona  ...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:ok i cant help asking what year of gto do you have i have a 69 ram air iv
Reply:Originally Posted by JD270ok i cant help asking what year of gto do you have i have a 69 ram air iv
Reply:Hey love the fact your another Fronty owner.  I have a 2000 DR.
Reply:1. Im actually near Lake Weir right now, trying to move back to town.2. Yes, Im a Frontier owner.  On clubfrontier, are you?Those that say "If it ain't broke, don't fix it" just don't understand!Fast-Cheap-Reliable:  Pick two.
Reply:Originally Posted by Kinger2. Yes, Im a Frontier owner.  On clubfrontier, are you?
Reply:All done, well. . . except for the floor for the bottom and the tank support.  Gotta have someone shear the floor for me and by the angle for the tank support.  In any case, welder is now easily portable and easily stored  Those that say "If it ain't broke, don't fix it" just don't understand!Fast-Cheap-Reliable:  Pick two.
Reply:Almost the same color as the light stantion in the background... Nice job!...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:Nice cart! Here is mine:I was going to paint it but I decided not to. It's plenty sturdy too. I plan to build another one- one that will look good.It won't have miter cuts in it though because it's more work for me to weld up=)