I want to learn to weld, but have no idea where to start.. Mainly I just want to attach fittings to metal barrels, and make metal stands. Equipment has to be as cheap as possible, so mig/tig are out of the question.. Guess my options are stick or oxyacetylene.. Any suggestions?

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1991 Mercedes-Benz 560SEL | Megasquirt MS3-Pro | 722.6 transmission w/ AMG paddles | Feind Motorsports Sway Bar | Stinger VIP Radar | AntiLaser Priority | PLX Wideband O2 | 150A Alternator | Cat Delete
1981 Mercedes-Benz 300SD | Blown engine, rebuilding someday...
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