new guy- gotta relearn

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i just got a welder, finnally, and now i have to try and relearn the things i forgot. i haven't done any welding in almost 15 years. what would be a good project to start with. something that i could brush up on that won't flip me out with things that i know i can't possibly do yet. thanks for any help
Reply:get some plate and lay down some beads, that will tell you if youre ready for a project;post fotos
Reply:nice to have you... this will be a great resource for any questions you have... why not make a simple welding bench.. your gonna need one anywasy..matthttp://www.aloumac.ca/
Reply:as already said.............burn some rod, see where ya stand
Reply:Make your self a welding cart. And post the pictures of it.Miller Thunderbolt 225Millermatic 130 XPLincoln HD 100 Forney C-5bt Arc welderPlasma Cutter Gianteach Cut40ACent Machinery Bandsaw Cent Machinery 16Speed Drill PressChicago Electric 130amp tig/90 ArcHobart 190 Mig spoolgun ready
Reply:thanks for the replies. i still gotta get a bottle of gas, so for now i am going to use the couple pound of flux core that came with it.
Reply:Flux core Electrode Negative.  Mig with gas, electrode Plus.Have fun and show us some pics.  It'll be like riding a bicycle. David Real world weldin.  When I grow up I want to be a tig weldor.
Reply:a question i was just wondering is do i need to buy a bottle of gas or can i rent one cheaper. i was lookin and found them for 250 - 300 for the small bottle and over 400 for the large.
Reply:I have no idea where you are from.  In MY area, we can buy 80 cu ft for $130 everything else has to be rented or 5 year lease.DavidReal world weldin.  When I grow up I want to be a tig weldor.
Reply:I have gottin a few bottles off craigslist for pretty cheap. always worth the few mins to check
Reply:i am in columbus, in. we have a couple welding places that i am gonna call and check out.