HI Colin; Thanks for your posts.
I too am starting out and I think from what I see that if you have a desire and a few thoughts you can do almost everything. Certainly someone above is looking out for you.
Your picture of your tools looks great. I do not have any tools but Im on it. Your idea of building your own is really cool and it pays to have the tools to make things when required.
I will keep on eye on your advancements and when Im going will post some pics.
Take care.
Keith