Hey all!
I went to the "Muffler Master" just now and had it welded.
It took about 3 minutes including setting up and putting away his gear, and he asked $5 for the job. (I gave $20 because I was so happy, and he was so kind

)
Would have been smart for me to to a little "overhaul" on the crank before I had the fella do it (as suggested in a previous post) but otherwise it is GREAT.
1. The Bike feels really tight.
2. Saved $100
3. Nobody will want to steal it
4. I resisted a little materialism!
If I break it / my teeth, I will take photos and report back!
He he!!!
-JAke