[Robert Swartz]

Clean metal, good tips, proper torch distance, the right settings. I've had the same problem. One day you get good clean welds, next day they look like dog $h*! If the piece you are working with has any dirt, grease or serious imperfections, that can give you a bad weld. Make sure the gas is set properly. I have a story on that!

I'm between you and Alan, will be 60 next month. My eyesight sucks. My hand/eye co-ordination isn't what it once was. It wasn't very good to begin with. I bought a new Miller welder a few years back because, it's hard to find anyone that will do small jobs around here anymore. Also, when you live out in the country, if you need to do something on Saturday nite or Sunday, you're on your own.