Welding 101 Workshop at Hunter's.

[Hunter]

Dont forget to sign up on the AZVJC web site so I can have a head count. Thanks


The Gist.. :)
Welding 101 Workshop.

Watching a DVD on welding. Also, tips, tricks, and hints given by "Hunter". Cover how to tune machines, prep work, how to read welds, etc.

What to bring..
If you plan on welding or getting close to it, wear pants and closed shoes. No sandals. Long sleeve shirts or leather covers are not a bad idea either.

If you have welding equipment such as gloves or welding hoods, please bring them. If you have extras, bring those too for others.

I am limited on power so ..pretty much one at a time. But if you have a machine and would like to tune it, by all means bring it. MIG's only.

Im a guessing 2 hours. If we finish up short, great. If it goes long into the evening no worries. I plan on staying late so that everyone can get the info they need.

If you want to bring some beverages feel free. There is a fridge for just this kind of gathering. try to avoid bottles. Concrete floors and glass dont mix.

If you have some scrap steel to play with bring some small peices. I should have plenty for those that want to give a go.

And dont forget to bring your questions!

[Capt-Kirk]

Cool Deal
I'll bring the DVD and a laptop And some coverall along with my never used rig.

What day and time and where?

[danno]

i'M IN...

[papajeep]

Me too

[twstdtj]

Im there

[mingoglia]

I'll be there. I assume this is still going to be Sunday the 19th? What time?

Mike

[Hunter]

Sorry, I forgot to post the details here. All the nitty gritty is on the AZVJC website on the Trip description.

Here are the basics.

Where: My shop
625 S Smith Suite 1, Tempe, AZ, 85281
When: Nov 19. Sunday. 4:00 PM

[LKD TJ]

I'm in

[SavageSun4x4]

I'm in:)

[YJunk]

Yo Adrian... I'm in.

[Markos]

Count me in please!

[daniel]

I should be in. Not for sure yet.Ill get back on that

[jpotts]

I'd like to go too....if there's room

[bruce farthing]

If you need another welder I can bring mine over.

Bruce F.

[Capt-Kirk]

Hunter
Is is ok If I stop by your shop during lunch for a quick introduction?
I work right down the street from you.

http://maps.google.com/maps?f=d&hl=en&saddr=520+South+Price+road+tempe+AZ&daddr=625+S+Smith+Tempe+AZ&ie=UTF8&z=16&om=1

[davidneal6942]

count me in

[Hunter]

Capt. Sure, come on by. I will be around Tuesday and Weds next week. I will be closed Thursday and Friday.

[Hunter]

If you need another welder I can bring mine over.

Bruce F.

Bruce,
Thanks for the offer but I think I am good. Heck, only 2 plugs anyway... You know my boss, he is cheap *** who wont spring for more outlets...:rolleyes:

[mingoglia]

Bruce,
Thanks for the offer but I think I am good. Heck, only 2 plugs anyway... You know my boss, he is cheap *** who wont spring for more outlets...:rolleyes:

Yeah, I've heard the owner of hunteroffroad was a cheap bastid. :rolleyes: Maybe you should start sending your resume out. :D

[FrenchChili]

I'm in.

[Capt-Kirk]

Kool
see ya next week.

I could bring you some outlets, just add electrons :lol:

[davidneal6942]

id love to join you
i can add a scrap body to play with but need the help to trailer it.
If nothing else, the scrap fenders can fit in the truck.
They would be great practice for filling rust holes.

[Markos]

I'm still a definite. My name isn't listed on the AZVJC site. I'm not sure how to add it there. Do I need to do that?

http://www.sosnws.com/oldsite/Trips/View.asp?T=4177

[Hunter]

Holy Cow. :eek:. I am going to have to rent bleacher seats.

If folks want to show up early to hang out and catch up, go for it. Call doors open at 330.

If you can sign up on the list please do, if you cant, no worries. I just needed an idea of how mnay were coming. Looks like we could be pushin 18 or so. Should be fun. As a bonus, I will show you how to "Tan before a date useing a welder."

:)

[AZLugz]

:D Kool
see ya next week.

I could bring you some outlets, just add electrons :lol:

Nah, he just needs some of them fancy Wireless outlets!!!!!:D

[Hunter]

Ok, we are getting close and we should have a good crowd. If you can, dont forget to sign up on the AZVJC web site. I am going to need to know how many are coming.

Thanks

John....:cool:

[Markos]

I haven't signed in at the other site, but I'm still a definite...

[PapaChili]

Please count me in:) If you want, we could use FrenchChili's Nissan as a practice vehicle:D

[mingoglia]

I'm no longer in. I decided last minute to get lasik and my apointment is in 11 hours. I figured I'll only be a day out from surgery and don't want to risk being around burning metal and flashes. :(

[Hunter]

See ya all on Sunday. If ya got a hood, dont forget it. I will be in by 3.


Take care.
John

[Hunter]

Well, just got home and I think I found my voice again. I didnt count (should have) but there was atleast a dozen folks who showed up. Just about everyone brought gear and came to listen to me babble on.

I want to thank everyone for being such a good group. I admit, with such a turn out, I was a bit nervous that things would flow smooth. With your help I think it did and hopefully, everyone learned something. No one fell asleep, so guess that is a good sign. :)

Thanks again and see ya at the BBQ.

[Capt-Kirk]

Hunter,
Thanks a TON for the information and Demo!

For those of you who want to see a "backup" of the video on MIG and Flux core welding PM me. Some of the questions brought up are addressed in the video.

The best part was seeing the welding take place! Esp the thin to Thick welding.

The scariest part was the lag bolts welded in the ground down roll bar tubes. Good thing that cage is not in use any more.

See ya at the BBQ

[Markos]

John,

Thanks for the tutorial. Your information was very helpful. I'm guilty of 'overwelding', so that was the biggest lesson for me. I really appreciate that fact that you took time out of your evening to give everyone some helpful pointers. Thanks!


P.S. I got my driveshaft in when I got home. Greasable Spicers all around... :)

[FrenchChili]

Thank you John for all the info and your time. Now I understand why good lenses help:eek:

haha you are the Supertallhunterscarymaskmasterwelder :D

[danno]

Crap! I really wanted to be there... Alas... Maybe next time.

We have a pretty sick kid on our hands, poor little guy is puking every hour or so and having a bit of difficulty breathing.

Sorry I signed up as a definite and didn't make it John... Sounds like a missed a good one.

[mingoglia]

Crap! I really wanted to be there... Alas... Maybe next time.

We have a pretty sick kid on our hands, poor little guy is puking every hour or so and having a bit of difficulty breathing.

Sorry I signed up as a definite and didn't make it John... Sounds like a missed a good one.

Sounds like what our kids had. They were both very sick but it only lasted a couple of days. Then my wife got it, lasted 24 hours...then I got it on Monday and thought I was going to die for about 24 hours as well. I was puking every 10 mins from about 7am until 4:30pm....the next day I was 100% like nothing happened. Strange stuff.