Getting Started in Framebuilding
Hey folks,
I've been interested for some time in building a frames as a hobby. My goal would be a few frames a year. I have a few years of welding experience ranging from AWS structural to TIG welded stainless tubing.
What is actually needed to get started to build quality frames? I've got my welding equipment mostly covered, but I do not have machines such as lathes, mills, etc. I've got a small garage shop, DC tig welder, portaband, grinders, stuff like that. I would be starting out doing steel frames, and maybe get a new machine if I ever dabble into AL.
I do understand that the first frame isn't going to be the best, but figured I'd reach out to the experts to get some guidance of if its something realistic for my space and my financial situation. What do you guys recommend for someone starting out as a tool list, including basic fixturing, so that a new builder might be successful.
Cheers.