Hey John, any tips you can offer the rest of us on metal fab...what tools you're using (brake, press, shear, etc.) Any "practice" ideas?
i have a:
shear, brake, slip roll, press, bead roller, flanger, shrinker/stretcher, portable shears, shot bag ,dollies, assorted cut off tools, body saws, a good welder, and the appropriate clothing( cape, good gloves, and a good helmet). oh and beer, lots of beer.
i recommend making templates out of poster board. eventually you will just aquire the ability to visualise what you need.
buy lots of sharpies, and a good tape measure.
other than that, its just lots of hands on, and be prepared to fail alot. it gets easier as you learn the habits of certain angles, curves and radii.
take your time, tack the repair on in minimal spots until your sure your happy.
think fast and move slow.
im sure theres a ton of stuff i didnt mention.
i hope it helped.