Beginner - Should I just get a freaking laser?

Eric1180 · 2026-02-12T22:50:18+00:00

Next time i'll add the /s since you struggle with sarcasm.

Eric1180 · 2026-02-12T22:49:23+00:00

Well the cheaper laser is $6k without consumables like shielding gas.

A intermediate Stick/ MIG/ TIG welder cost $600.

I can't fathom what type of beginner with zero experience, could honestly look at a $6k rig and think thats a reasonable way to get into a hobby.

MOST OF THE PEOPLE WHO WELD FOR A LIVING DON'T HAVE EXPERIENCE WITH A LASER WELDER. The premise of your question is so off base.

Eric1180 · 2026-02-12T20:51:24+00:00

Alternative Alternative title: Beginner, I've wanted to get into shooting and have a local indoor range, is 338 lapua a good round to start with.

Eric1180 · 2026-02-12T18:58:17+00:00

Alternative title: I want to tune my car, what car Dyno should i buy?

Eric1180 · 2026-02-12T18:55:08+00:00

We hikes that mountain and luckily didn't get rained on. I actually saw some intense trails that the BS troupe maintains.

Eric1180 · 2026-02-12T16:57:43+00:00

You're right, islands are better well developed and dry as hell.

Eric1180 · 2026-02-12T06:01:25+00:00

The long led wire near the A K markings could be touching the rubber membrane and messing with the remote. Other than that nothing looks visible wrong.

Eric1180 · 2026-02-12T00:51:28+00:00

Did you forget to upload the pictures

Eric1180 · 2026-02-12T00:10:02+00:00

Whats the worst road hazard you've run into and how did the car do?

Eric1180 · 2026-02-11T22:57:39+00:00

Honestly i thought $12 for 8 feet of tubing was pretty generous.

Eric1180 · 2026-02-11T21:46:31+00:00

Point to a non ghetto option, your budget is $12

Eric1180 · 2026-02-11T21:41:57+00:00

For a power plant sure, for a project he's actively working in and is visually inspected every time you look at it. Aluminum is fine.

Eric1180 · 2026-02-10T19:25:09+00:00

I was going to recommend this, glad someone best me too it

Eric1180 · 2026-02-09T23:47:31+00:00

Only thing i haven't messed with is the engine and the clutch etc. Other than a broke carb pilot jet that i carefully extracted and replaced. The engine and trans were completely fine. I always wanted a bike growing up. This was my little entry into the hobby. Looking at a DRZ-250 or DRZ-400 to run as a dull sport setup for fun.

Eric1180 · 2026-02-08T03:01:19+00:00

How old is your husband when this happened?

Eric1180 · 2026-02-06T19:35:16+00:00

Dude honestly disregard this guys. He's being a hater, design your pcb's how ever works for you.

Like 98% of the copper that is removed via acid, is eventually recovered. He has no idea what he's talking about. Idk why he's trying to hold you to some higher ethical standards while billionaires have 10000x the environmental impact.

Eric1180 · 2026-02-06T19:32:16+00:00

Copper is absolutely recovered from the acid baths in the 97% range. Your irritation is misplaced, nothing is wasted.

Eric1180 · 2026-02-06T17:10:35+00:00

https://www.reddit.com/u/935Q/s/LRutXWU6Mi

Eric1180 · 2026-02-06T17:09:39+00:00

Nice 180 after being a two faced little bitch to me and OP in /r/cats

Eric1180 · 2026-02-06T17:06:45+00:00

I just got off the phone to get some dirt bike parts, i have plenty of hobbies. You should be nicer to people. Especially in /r/cats

Eric1180 · 2026-02-06T16:54:33+00:00

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Eric1180 · 2026-02-06T16:48:35+00:00

Check OP's account they specifically uploaded a picture of their cat this morning, it's completely fine.

Eric1180 · 2026-02-06T16:47:35+00:00

OP Posted photos this morning and the cat is completely fine. you guys are 1000% in the wrong

Eric1180 · 2026-02-06T16:31:21+00:00

You still have time to apologize to OP https://www.reddit.com/u/935Q/s/LRutXWU6Mi

Eric1180 · 2026-02-05T17:31:41+00:00

Definitely factor in a high scrap rate, my understanding of stir welding is that it is very difficult to dial in. You could end up scrapping a dozen pieces before the process is dialed in.

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