Hello yall, I have a Lincoln 210MP which has a 3 prong 240V plug on it. The closest receptacle I can plug it into is the one for my oven which is a 4 prong 240V receptacle. I found what appears to be a adapter, but wanted to verify that it is safe to use. Here is the link: 3 prong to 4 prong convert...

Hello! I have some 1/4" and 1/8" thick steel flat stock that I need to cut into a bunch of coupons so I can practice welding in my garage. I will buy you a case of your favorite beer if you let me have access to your shear/ironworker. Shouldn't take me more than a half hour. You can't beat...

@otto: I will check that site out, I had not heard of it before. Thanks @Dave: I was working with the VA in Texas and that was how I was going to school. Unfortunately my rep there has been sluggish in getting my paperwork transferred over and the VA won't see me here until it has gone through. @cj:...

Hey yall, I recently got medically retired from Army after 12 years in. I loved it and planned on making it a lifelong career so was a bit blindsided when I had to retire early. I needed to find a new career and I decided on welding as it always interested me. I'm finding it difficult to get my foot...

@Farmwelding: I thought that was a little strange too @Jody: Thanks I will check those two schools out. Rome is a bit of a commute, but may be worth it. @WoodpeckerWelder: I checked out Georgia's Trade School's website and contacted them with a few questions. They seem pretty legit. Thanks for the s...

Hey yall, Currently attending a welding program here at a community college here in Texas, but moving to Atlanta, GA in a couple months. A quick Google map search shows the following three schools with welding programs in the area: Georgia Piedmont Technical College Atlanta Technical College Chattah...

Hello! I just recently retired from the Army after 12 years of service and I'm looking to start a new career. Welding appealed to me for several reasons. It seems like it involves a certain level of creativity and problem solving plus I enjoy working with my hands. I live in the Austin, TX area and ...