Ok, so, still getting back up to speed on TIG, joints I've tested so far are strong, good penetration, no undercut or voids, only thing left on steel is to work on the appearance. I am truly amazed how quick it came back to me after 14 years. Aluminum is another animal, still working on it.

That said, word has gotten out. Couple small repairs, now I heard from my neighbor's nephew that one of their friends will be getting in touch to do a rollpan and some front end repairs (body). He also said he knows dozens of folks looking for someone to do repairs and custom fab work. Not really any weld shops around me, mainly trailer places or bike shops, etc. that happen to weld some things.

This looks like it could turn into a steady flow of weekend odd jobs. Last one I did was MIG some tips on an exhaust, I've known the kid forever, we talked about how much the shop wanted ($300) so I told him whatever he thought was fair. Kid gave me $10...

So now I'm drafting up a sign, but need input on rates. I started thinking about Jody's info, dollar a tack and a dollar an inch and $20 to turn the machine on, but how realistic is that in a jobber type situation like this? It doesn't take into account fitup, prep work, etc.

On a related note, I'm going to draft out the sign on the computer, transfer it to a piece of metal and TIG, rather than paint, the text and graphics (once my beads are nice and pretty). I was thinking maybe 309 on steel, then treat it to 'blue' or blacken the steel for contrast. Any better suggestions?