I was sent a torch mounted amperage control to try out and review. I published a video on how I set it up and my first attempts at getting comfortable with it. Check the link in my bio for the video.
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Well. What could this be? (video link in my bio).
The table is off the K&T! It was actually a lot easier than I was expecting it t
The table is off the K&T! It was actually a lot easier than I was expecting it to be. The good news is the ways look pretty good. The bad news is the bearings need replaced and they are EXPENSIVE (at least to me)! See the link in my bio for the YouTube video on how I removed it.
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I made a bolt. And it cost me nothing.
I made a bolt. And it cost me nothing. Except for the thousands of dollars I spent on machine tools and welders and the hour to make it. So practically free. 😉
Finished the lathe work on the steady rest knobs for the 13″ South Bend lathe.
Everyone else was doing it, why not me? My version of a helmet hook for my weld…
Everyone else was doing it, why not me? 😉 My version of a helmet hook for my welding gas bottle. Video on my YT page.
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New machine day in the shop!
Finally finished this bathroom cabinet I have been making, on and off, for about 2-1/2 years.
Finally finished this bathroom cabinet I have been making, on and off, for about 2-1/2 years. 😂 I made the entire thing from 3/4″ square tube and angle and some expanded metal, all TIG welded. Then added some antiqued wood planks. Last thing to do was to make these knobs. Check the link in my bio for a video.
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My neighbor asked me to build a hinged flag pole mount.
My neighbor asked me to build a hinged flag pole mount to replace the rusted one that was in his front year.
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I tried giving the white vinegar soak another try.
I tried giving the white vinegar soak another try and see how effective it is for removing mill scale. Wow. It didn’t work this well last time I did. I’m a believer.
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