Tim Campbell
Knows what a fatty is.
- Joined
- Aug 12, 2012
- Location
- Bristol, CT
I just saw Pappy's build. Farking Amazing! My amazing skill as an adult male is I can type 60 words a minute. I can barely use a saw.
OK, not picking on you Tim, but I see way to many posts complimenting a builder (I agree Pappy's is great) but lamenting "no skill". If you have somewhere to work (kind of essential), get some basic tools: drill, sawzall, angle grinder & a cheap welder (with the cheap ass "how to" book); go to a scrap yard and get $50 of assorted 1-8 to 1/4 scrap steel; and, start cutting, welding and grinding. You will be amazed at how quickly you can create some workable stuff - not a nuclear submarine quality, but workable. And, the personal satisfaction of accomplishment can't be beat. Who knows, you might even build a cooker. Best of luck!
I just saw Pappy's build. Farking Amazing! My amazing skill as an adult male is I can type 60 words a minute. I can barely use a saw.
You need to team up with someone who IS handy. Most of us are happy to help those who are not handy, as long as they listen and put forth the effort.
One of my best friends, before he and his family moved away, used to invite me over for dinner, and I'd always ask him if I needed to bring tools. :laugh:
I always did it because A) he fed me, and B) he had a genuine interest in learning how to do things. I would get him started, and he would take over, with my guidance.
Seriously, as long as you are willing to roll up your sleeves, work, and learn, I think you will find your handy friends are happy to help you.
CD
Check with your local School system for adult edu. classes. Some offer courses in metal & wood working, auto mechanics, electrical wiring ect. for about a "C"note you get hands on and a certificate of completion for your I love Me Wall.
With all due respect, I'd argue with this statement.Start off with 'el-cheapo' tools and go from there.