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Rowdy · 02-02-2016, 06:21 PM

About 6 years ago when I was still working for Monroe and running one of the tubing cutters we had a maintenance guy in his 20's. We had a break down that the only proper repair was to braze the parts back together. I was shocked that he had no clue how to braze. Ended up brazing it myself while he watched. He learned alittle but it seems these skills are no longer taught. I learned how to braze at 8 years old, so consider it one of the most basic skills. While I do not do it often have always been glad I learned. In my current job I solder almost every day. Another one of the skills I learned before I was even old enough to drive. Some skills will always have a place. Rod

02-02-2016, 06:21 PM	#7
Rowdy BANNED Join Date: May 2010 Location: Gothenburg Nebraska Just off I-80 Posts: 4,893	Re: Is soldering/welding a thing of the past?? About 6 years ago when I was still working for Monroe and running one of the tubing cutters we had a maintenance guy in his 20's. We had a break down that the only proper repair was to braze the parts back together. I was shocked that he had no clue how to braze. Ended up brazing it myself while he watched. He learned alittle but it seems these skills are no longer taught. I learned how to braze at 8 years old, so consider it one of the most basic skills. While I do not do it often have always been glad I learned. In my current job I solder almost every day. Another one of the skills I learned before I was even old enough to drive. Some skills will always have a place. Rod __________________ Do the RIGHT thing - Support the H.A.M.B. Alliance!!!!