Jesus H Christ on a stick, it must get cold there. I didn't realise you were a welder etc - such a skill you can take anywhere. I always admire a mechanic - I'm married to one. Well, he's not really, not by qualification, but he knows his way around an engine, as you know.... Where are you living?? Are you renting or staying with friends or in your car or what? Damn I want to get back to Europe soooo badly