Glad to have you on board wdenis! I am reletively new to this site, as well as the hobby, and although I have built a few machines already (run by other people) I have not run one yet.
Post photos by clicking the browse button next to "attatchments" at the bottom of the "start new thread" or "post reply" screen. Be forwarned however that files need to be less than 80000 bytes (I am having a hard time with this). Right click on your selected file and scroll down to "properties" to find the file size.
As for being frugal, or more accurately cheap, I can join you in that ice fishing boat. I have a hard time spending money, mostly because I don't have any! A couple of years ago I built a '29 Ford model A roadster from one body panel! It took about three years, and cost about $1600. Thats what some people spend on A WHEEL for their cars! There are a lot of plans offered that can get you going (if you haven't started already), and get it done inexpensively. If you need any elp, just yell! From what I can discern, everybody here is very willing to share, as well as critique. Happy cutting!