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I'm not a ice fisher, I don't ski (cross-country or downhill) and I don't own a snowmobile, so winters can be long for me. I need a winter project. Looking around the garage I had an idea, build my own powered recliner!

Here's what I have: an electric power scooter, a nice tool set and a lot of free time.

Here's what I lack: a recliner and welding skills.

I'm thinking that with some minor alterations the scooter could make an outstanding base for the project. I would need to only weld a cross bar to hold a right and a left wheel. I could leave the front steering wheel and the rear drive wheel intact, keeping the project as simple as possible.

I was looking on Craigslist for a suitable recliner. I want one that's classic in it's styling. None of this modern micro-fiber or leather. I want tweed. Old, stinky tweed. I'm thinking I could get one for less than $25. This is something I think I can acquire fairly easily.

The biggest issue is this: welding. I got a passing grade in shop class when we had welding. All that I had to do for the grade was weld 2 pieces of metal together. Unlike in the classrom this project will require skills. I may need a volunteer for assistance. Any takers?

Murphy bet me this morning that I wouldn't be able to get this job done. He rightly sites my history of starting projects and not finishing them. So I think this now a challenge as well.

I'll keep you posted once construction begins. If you know how to weld please e-mail me at:

prebil@am1500.com