Matt Saunoras Posted January 18, 2011 Share Posted January 18, 2011 ever since i bought a mig learning how to weld has peaked my interest, it's not that i don't like working on vehicles but I like being able fabricate when necessary(that should be the least of my concerns in a dealership). i've made more than a few tools and fixed a lot of exhaust problems I'm thinking of taking a semester of welding at my local community college, not to change careers but to expand my skill level. I'm wondering how taking a night class will affect my work during the day, though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deezul Posted January 20, 2011 Share Posted January 20, 2011 I know that at the community college in our area there is night courses for welding. It's usually every wednesday night for 6 or 8 weeks and it lasts from 6pm - 10pm so it doesn't really have any effect on work. Check into it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frank_Edging Posted January 21, 2011 Share Posted January 21, 2011 If your only taking 1 class at night it should be easy. Taking 2 or more while working full time is when it starts cutting into your life. I have been in college 1/2 time for a few years and depending on the class's I'm in, it can be a real pain. English 341 was miserable, but most career class's arent that hard and have little homework. I was in a welding class couple years ago and it was cake, bit of reading but not too bad. One of the easiest class's I have taken. Too bad all welding isnt as easy as the controlled environment of a classroom where you can afford to make mistakes and always have optimal conditions. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eastendpowerstroke Posted January 29, 2011 Share Posted January 29, 2011 Go to the chiropractor. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lmorris Posted February 4, 2011 Share Posted February 4, 2011 Like many others, I too have home renovations that slowly get done. Have 2 kids under 11, so they keep me busy. In my free time I get in a little "Pirates of the Caribbean" online gaming fun. The rest of the time we plan our next trip to Disneyworld, which hopefully should be this sept./oct. I can't wait. I also read. Stephen King mostly, currently reading a series by Robert Jordan, Wheel of Time. Currently on book 10, 3 more to go. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GregH Posted February 5, 2011 Share Posted February 5, 2011 How is the Wheel of Time series? I listen to audiobooks on my way to and from work (one hour each way) because it beats the hell out of NPR. But I'm between books now, and have thought about that series... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lmorris Posted February 7, 2011 Share Posted February 7, 2011 It's a good series, but long. 13 books in total. Plus there is a prequal out also, haven't read that yet. At times it does seem to drag on. There are so many characters that impact the story it can get hard to keep track of everyone. The audio books may be the way to go on this series, you won't get tempted to skip over stuff as I have done in the past. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deezul Posted February 7, 2011 Share Posted February 7, 2011 How is the Wheel of Time series? I listen to audiobooks on my way to and from work (one hour each way) because it beats the hell out of NPR. But I'm between books now, and have thought about that series... I too have an hour drive each way to work. I subscribe to Sirius and find it much better than NPR but they do tend to have alot of repeats on certain stations (usually the music stations, not so much the chat stations). Lately I have it turned off though, currently listening to "Hitchhikers guide to the galaxy". Pretty great audio book to listen to. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gayl Posted May 8, 2011 Share Posted May 8, 2011 I teach at the local college 4 nights a week. For fun I am working on a masters degree in education. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Saunoras Posted May 8, 2011 Share Posted May 8, 2011 been trout fishing for the last 3 weeks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DieselD Posted February 6, 2012 Share Posted February 6, 2012 back from the dead.... my latest project Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brad Clayton Posted February 7, 2012 Share Posted February 7, 2012 Ur gonna need a bigger garage. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DieselD Posted February 7, 2012 Share Posted February 7, 2012 I already need a bigger garage or a real shop to work in!! It fits better then my old rig believe it or not. Looks bigger then it is Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brad Clayton Posted February 8, 2012 Share Posted February 8, 2012 Well at least you have a door to get in and out. Check this story out. This guy has some major skills and this is one amazing example of craftsmanship with a unique story. LAMBO IN BASEMENT Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cbriggs Posted February 8, 2012 Share Posted February 8, 2012 Holy fack. All I can say is wow!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aaron Posted February 8, 2012 Share Posted February 8, 2012 SBC TH400 205 case, correct(question mark - fuckin keyboard....) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DieselD Posted February 10, 2012 Share Posted February 10, 2012 SBC TH400 205 case, correct(question mark - fuckin keyboard....) Close Close, motor(TBI) and trans is correct. No 205 though Im running a Atlas II case with 4.3 reduction. Axles are a Ford HP front 60 with Reid knuckles, RCV CV shafts, detroit locker and 5.13 gears. Rear is a 14bolt with a detroit Tires are a 40" goodyear MTR comp compound so hopefully it will climb upside down if I so desire. Building it to go a little fast too Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aaron Posted March 11, 2012 Share Posted March 11, 2012 Have I got the motor for you.... 427CI, 220CC AFR heads, roller, 3 stages of plate kit... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DieselD Posted March 13, 2012 Share Posted March 13, 2012 As sick as that would be Ill pass. I dont wanna blow up the drivetrain on a full throttle assault on a water fall Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lmorris Posted September 18, 2013 Share Posted September 18, 2013 Digging this up so I don't have to start a new thread. Last night I did something I haven't done in a while. Both kids had homework, the wife was at work, not a lot to do around the house. So I threw Skyrim in the old XBOX 360 and played for about 3 1/2 hours. Sometimes it's good to just get away from the grind stone and have some mindless fun on a hack and slash game. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrbudge Posted September 18, 2013 Share Posted September 18, 2013 Went for a ride last night with some guys from work on my vintage 1978 Honda 550 four. When we stop people walk right by the Harleys and Can Am and go straight to my old bike to ask about it. Makes the other guys cranky. The bike has been in my family for 31 years. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aaron Posted September 18, 2013 Share Posted September 18, 2013 Made some guy in a real new Ferrari real upset with my 81 Malibu. He's got sandy underpants syndrome now. So mad. Lol. And I didn't even have a sticky tire on it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Saunoras Posted September 19, 2013 Share Posted September 19, 2013 I'm about done fishing for the year atleast in the boat that is. I'd like to do some late season trout fishing in october. I love walking streams to get away from it all, when the trout are all gone there's always smallmouth bass to fill their places. Most places are unbothered if there's not a road nearby. For bass in streams I will seine my own baitfish to use. It gives you a distinct advantage. Then of course I'm still teaching myself to TIG weld usually on weekdays for a couple hours after work. Argon is not free though and you go through more gas than any other weld process. TIG is very costly for just a hobby but winter is coming and I'll be going stir crazy after the first month. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aaron Posted September 21, 2013 Share Posted September 21, 2013 Here's me in the blue car (406 SBC, pump gas) and a dude I went to trade school with (71 Chevelle, 572" big block Chevy) at the drag strip on Labor Day test and tune. Best pass I put down was 11.64 @ 116. Air wasn't right, and the carb needs some adjustment. Fun for a street car though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Saunoras Posted September 23, 2013 Share Posted September 23, 2013 One more secret and I'm done. Reloading ammo is something I've been doing for a few years now but recently I haven't been able to find the time to shoot. I'm sitting on about 800 rounds I've loaded my own and more components than I know what to do with. The rifle here is my Savage 12 VLP 22-250 wearing a custom barrel, trigger and bed job. I've used it in the past to compete in my clubs score matches but anymore I just shoot it now and then. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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