[TheForge] Learning to weld

[Peter Fels And Phoebe Palmer]

David;
I just removed the funky cast aluminum handle and wired the 
cutting button closed...cut the weight way down...still awkward 
though.
For small build up work and a few other special applications, 
they're great. They are a low pressure, low flame velocity  torch 
with a gentle flame that produces a nice calm puddle.
I too went back to regular torches for most stuff....pf

Hufford, David wrote:
> Get a book on welding, read the basics, get a torch and start learning.
> I'm self-taught, and now can oxy-acetylene and MIG weld with ease.  With
> regard to the oxy-acetylene:  I had a Henrob torch for a few years, but
> went back to a standard torch.  The Henrob was always awkward for me due
> to the bulky pistol-grip style handle.
> David Hufford
> Richmond KY
> 
> -----Original Message-----
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> [mailto:theforge-bounces at mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Saint Phlip
> Sent: Friday, December 08, 2006 9:21 AM
> To: munlaw2 at hcsmail.com; Sponsored by ABANA
> Subject: Re: [TheForge] Learning to weld
> 
> I'd dearly love to learn to weld, but I can't get anyone to teach me.
> My roommates keep promising, but somehow it never happens. Any of you
> guys close enough (Easter CT) and willing to teach?
> 
> I've got to admit, though, I'm most intrigued with gas welding, after
> the demo I watched (and watched, and watched) at the ABANA conference
> this summer. That man was an artist with his torch ;-)
> 
> Saint Phlip
> 
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