PNW newb

nonhog · #1 07-23-2009, 11:42 AM

Howdy from Puyallup Wa.
Looking forward to learning !

ProMetalShop · #2 07-23-2009, 11:45 AM

Welcome from north east PA.

steelsmith · #3 07-23-2009, 01:15 PM

So, what do you expect to learn here? Do you have a specific project or task in mind?

Let us help!

Dan Stevens
dba, Steelsmith

nonhog · #4 07-23-2009, 04:11 PM

Learn ? I am as newb as it gets

But I have interest !
1st I want to improve/develop body repair skills. I have a # of project cars.
I love making something from nothing as well as customizing desires.
I've preped and painted lots of small parts, pulled a few dents, welded up some patch panels but never got "good" IMO
I just picked up an old lathe at a yard sale for 10 bucks and am currently
welding up sides for a utility trailer. (that tells you a little about my AHD.
Like alot of car guys, can't have too many projects

I see myself not so much building a car body (heck I'm 45 now) but maybe reshaping headlights/tailights small custom things like that. I do want to do it right.

Kerry Pinkerton · #5 07-23-2009, 04:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by nonhog

...I see myself not so much building a car body (heck I'm 45 now) but maybe reshaping headlights/tailights small custom things like that. I do want to do it right.

Welcome Brad. Just to give you some insight. You're 8 years younger than I was when I found this group in 2001. I started my roadster when I was 58. Should finish it before social security kicks in in two years.

Joe Hartson · #6 07-23-2009, 04:58 PM

Brad, welcome to AllMetalShaping.com this is the place to learn. You are still young and can do anything you to and this is the place to get help when you need it. I'm older that Kerry and still learning.

Butch Duke · #7 07-23-2009, 11:39 PM

Hello Brad
You are more than welcome to come over to Bremerton. It's not to far away. I am busy for the next couple months, so any time after mid Oct. would be good for me. Brad You can PM me your phone # & will call you!!

As alot of folks have said, just ask any ?'s and someone will answer, of course pics are a must!! We all like pics!!!!!!
Yes every one I am still around

I just do not get on the computer to much at home anymore.

I sneek on at work !!!

Lots of work been going on in the shop & working on the shop also!!

Of course all my projects are on hold, for every one else

.

Butch Duke

David Gardiner · #8 07-24-2009, 04:31 AM

Hello from England Brad , as usual I am late saying hello because of the time difference. You are in the right place too learn. I have taught body restoration as a lecturer part time here in England for many years and I see a lot of skill on this site and a lot of very enthusiastic people willing to help.

David

Kerry Pinkerton · #9 07-24-2009, 08:40 AM

Welcome to you too Butch. It's been a while.

nonhog · #10 07-24-2009, 10:23 AM

Wow what a start ! thanks for all the reply's !