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There's no harm in getting the kit and starting to experiment. But I will say that you get what you pay for. Don't be tempted to buy new and cheap - I'm positive that an experienced welder can get good results out of any old crappy machine, but when you're starting out, you really don't want the...

Nice! But he does have a snorkel :)

Then you're really, really brave. Next time you do it, go as fast as you can - and make sure someone has a video camera. :)

Firstly, visit MIG Welding Forum Arc welding (or stick welding / MMA / etc) is cheap, but you'll struggle to do thinner stuff like doors, footwells, bulkhead repairs, etc. MIG is the technique of choice for most DIY-ers. Don't whatever you do buy one of those MIG machines off Screwfix -...

You're brave driving that quick through the water without a snorkel. :)

How about people assume everything I say is sarcastic, and I'll occasionally put some <serious> tags around my post?

Fugginell!

The posties?

Bugger! Forgot about that! :p

Or if you're really lucky, a previous owner has bodged the wiring - which usually involves scotch-blocks, badly crimped connectors, or wires twisted together and wrapped in sellotape!

I'd go for the solder and heat-shrink option. With a bit of care you can make a nice neat job of it.

No worries. My skin is getting thicker each time I visit LZ :D

Not only that - it depends how they test it! My guy jabbed a screwdriver through. I was a bit miffed initially, but it's his job to find this stuff and I'd rather know about it and get it sorted, than wish he hadn't found it and then have the crossmember drop off when I'm towing my trailer!

A lot depends on the garage. Mine failed on the crossmember last year - had a couple of little holes in it, nothing more. I cut the rot out and patched it myself. I've seen worse condition x-members than mine pass MOTs though.

I might try using <sarcasm> start and end tags for a while... :p

Obviously I need to work on my forum sarcasm. :(

Was that to me?

Whoooosh!

How come nobody has mentioned the chalk test yet? Surely this would put an end to the discussion? :confused:

My chainsaw got nicked out of my garden shed last year :( Haven't got round to replacing it yet. Got a nice hedge-trimmer though, if that's any use? :rolleyes: