[jims69camaro]

i ended up going to the Homier tool sale the weekend following class. they had a decent welder that would run on 220 (only) for $1k, but the other stuff they had was flux-core and lightweight (100 amp). not what i would need to throw SFCs in the car, or fab anything heavier than 18 guage, so i think i'll just wait until i can afford a decent welder.

the Homier sale was worthwhile, as usual, and i picked up a weldling helmet, safety glasses and some other assorted ****e. still need a decent torque wrench (up to 85 lb-ft) and a good breaker bar (minimum 18"), along with a veritable laundry list of stuff in order to start assembly on the 406. btw, i got Vizard's book on high performance chevy motors, and i highly recommend it.