Hey Denny, thanks for the input, kinda how I felt too. Can't really make a silk purse out of a sow's ear. Will be looking for a "good welder" then. I really am a stickler on perfection and won't do a half hearted job. Maybe that's asking too much, but after all someone's gotta love it as much as I do, right? All the best to you and thanks so much for your insight.
Best, CJ