[benchmarc]

I joined your community recently and I'm just getting around to an introduction. I design and build "Marine Power Distribution" systems by day and perform the functions of gun plumber and panel beater as time permits. I've acquired books and tools over the years and built some fun toys at JPR Cars (we were in the kit car business). I got interested in metalshaping when I found a copy of Ron Fournier's "Metal Fabricator's Handbook" at my local speed shop back in 1987. Up to that point, I couldn't even conceive of making a car body with hammers and dollies. The longer I play at this, the more i realize how little I know.

I have lots of projects, but I am starting with making basic tools. I have a stump and baseball bat hammer in the works, and will probably turn to slappers next. Suggestions are always welcome.

I'm here to look, listen, ask questions, learn, make friends, and pass along what little I do know. Let us seek together...