Beerhippie
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I've yet to encounter old paint that will not yield to a hot lye solution.
What did you do "IN" your garage today?
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Beerhippie
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Now I'm looking at these rollers left over from the timing belt job and thinking
1} It was time.
B) What can I make with these? Seems like they'd be handy for a square tubing/strap bender....
1} It was time.
B) What can I make with these? Seems like they'd be handy for a square tubing/strap bender....
Put my chinese Android head unit in the van:
It seems like it's gonna do what I want it to do.
It took a little forethought to install though. It's wider than the radio trim bezel, so you have to install the sleeve, install the trim, then put the radio in last. So basically, once it latches into its metal sleeve, it's never coming out (because you can no longer remove the trim, since the radio holds it down). So I drilled two holes in the sleeve's latches and tied two small wires onto them and dropped them behind the dash. That way if I need to remove the radio I can pull the wires to release the latch.
But I think it looks alright. The Android Auto and the USB MP3 player works. The built-in navigation seems like it needs something, maybe I need to download the maps or something. Plus I just have the GPS antenna just laying on the dash instead of adhering it to the windshield (since the windshield will be replaced soon). But I'll probably never use it since the Android Auto has navigation too, and it's easier to use than the radio's built-in navigation.
It's just interesting having 2025 tech in a 1994 van, lol.
It seems like it's gonna do what I want it to do.
It took a little forethought to install though. It's wider than the radio trim bezel, so you have to install the sleeve, install the trim, then put the radio in last. So basically, once it latches into its metal sleeve, it's never coming out (because you can no longer remove the trim, since the radio holds it down). So I drilled two holes in the sleeve's latches and tied two small wires onto them and dropped them behind the dash. That way if I need to remove the radio I can pull the wires to release the latch.
But I think it looks alright. The Android Auto and the USB MP3 player works. The built-in navigation seems like it needs something, maybe I need to download the maps or something. Plus I just have the GPS antenna just laying on the dash instead of adhering it to the windshield (since the windshield will be replaced soon). But I'll probably never use it since the Android Auto has navigation too, and it's easier to use than the radio's built-in navigation.
It's just interesting having 2025 tech in a 1994 van, lol.
Stillwandering
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Swept the snow out of the shed and dream of this springs garage build.
bmwrd0
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Starting to clear out the space that the Logan is going to go into. So, putting things away, and will remove the bench that held the South Bend. This will give me a lot of space along the walls and make the center of the shop roomier. But, it does mean I need to find homes, at least temporarily, for the stuff the SB shared space with.
PassnThru
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Yesterday helped my middle kid wash the new to him Taurus and we put it in the garage last night and waxed it. Threw it out when we were done and since we hit 70 today we spent a good part of the day cleaning the interior up outside. Here is the fun part - we had opened the hood and cleaned up some spider webs and debris there and later when I went to close it the latch wouldn't catch. We picked the car up Friday - the hood opened and latched normally then so I was lost on why. I lubed the latch and inspected the release cable inside and out and everything seemed to be working fine. Then I remembered while we were cleaning/waxing I noticed that the hood seemed to go down too far at the latch. The front of the hood was lower than the front quarters. I made a mental note to adjust that later. It also occurred to me that where it was parked - right outside my garage door - the pavement dips down quite a bit where the right front wheel was. On an hunch I told him to start it and back it up about 6 feet. When he stopped I dropped the hood - latched just fine.
Apparently there was so little tolerance in the way the latch was adjusted that just a little tweak to the front end would prevent it from latching. And I lost about an hour figuring it out but I'll take a free fix any day.
Apparently there was so little tolerance in the way the latch was adjusted that just a little tweak to the front end would prevent it from latching. And I lost about an hour figuring it out but I'll take a free fix any day.
413dan
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took the brakes apart on the mrs. Altima again. The brake hardware is rubbing on the rotors, I can see where the coating has worn off the new pad hardware on from contact with the rotor. I wire wheeled and grill scrapered the calipers and mounting surfaces when I did the job initially. I believe them to be correctly in place. I can't figure what is off besides maybe the parts tolerances( read on here that part since covid have been hit or miss but thats just a thought living rent free in my mind right now). But I am not putting it past something I've done incorrectly. Thoughts welcome, I believe I will have to get a mechanic friend to take a look for me. I may go get auto zone hardware to swap in and see if it's the Napa hardware that I bought is out of spec. I've had it apart 3 times now thinking maybe it was the dust shield dragging but I confirmed it is not. Squealing lightly while driving and more so when braking. Thinking I shouldn't use a pair of dikes to cut off/back the pieces scraping lolol
kaymccampbell
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Hung up a snap clip. Stripped n refinished my nails. Had thoughts.
mrb1
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In and out all day today with the crazy 65F temps here in SW Ohio. Felt like getting the mower running 
A little gutter repair, flag pole maintenance, and having a few beers and shots with a couple fellers in the garage with the Bengals and Browns games on the tv. We might wake up to 25F in the morning. edit: 7:30am now and it's 23F with a strong 30-40mph wind
A little gutter repair, flag pole maintenance, and having a few beers and shots with a couple fellers in the garage with the Bengals and Browns games on the tv. We might wake up to 25F in the morning. edit: 7:30am now and it's 23F with a strong 30-40mph wind
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bulletpruf
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Surfaced two slightly warped cast iron cylinder heads with a piece of granite and some sandpaper. Now warped less than .0015".
2001ZR2
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Grateful for the mid 60s weather yesterday so my new siding could painted...HOA main question was the house going to be one color after....not are the going to be no holes on the siding repaired sides....
I digress but started the wife's truck and temp gauge started working. After the water pump change it didn't and had a code. Truck ran better less because the water pump than the cleaning of the thottle body and MAF.
But with her mom needing regular visits and help and 3 hours away her truck is ready. The above mentioned cleanings, front end lube, valve cover gasket leak fixed and new water pump should make the truck less worry. I hope the leaking valve cover makes a difference in her oil consumption for the better.
I digress but started the wife's truck and temp gauge started working. After the water pump change it didn't and had a code. Truck ran better less because the water pump than the cleaning of the thottle body and MAF.
But with her mom needing regular visits and help and 3 hours away her truck is ready. The above mentioned cleanings, front end lube, valve cover gasket leak fixed and new water pump should make the truck less worry. I hope the leaking valve cover makes a difference in her oil consumption for the better.
Beerhippie
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Just a note: while the bearings in the rollers feel fine, the pivot bearing in the tensioner seems to be burnnelled--or whatever you call it. ***** when my spelling is so off I can't even find the proper spelling. Anyway, the bearing has a flat spot in it. Not good.Now I'm looking at these rollers left over from the timing belt job and thinking
1} It was time.
B) What can I make with these? Seems like they'd be handy for a square tubing/strap bender....
kaymccampbell
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Are you thinking of brinelling?
Beerhippie
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Yeah, but with a west Texas accent....
Jay__Dub
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Took apart my battery box/inverter. It won't hold a charge very long. Found a lot of corrosion on the neg terminal, and a couple of connections weren't very tight. Cleaned it up, put it back together, charged it up, and will see how it performs.
Took down all the battery info and measurements, so I can order one if it doesn't do the job.
Took down all the battery info and measurements, so I can order one if it doesn't do the job.
Motorman55
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Assembled and Tested my new WEN 12" Variable Speed Cast Iron Benchtop Drill Press with Laser, Work Light and 5/8" Chuck Capacity.
At 85 lbs this is no light weight drill press. Best assembled on a bench or cart you intend to place it on. I started assembling the base on a small metal stool then finished it on the shop office floor. I don't have a dedicated bench in the shop/garage yet. That's one of the projects for 2026. Funny how 85 lbs seems a lot heavier at 70 then it was at 60. I'll need an extra hand when it comes time to lift it up..."Honey, can you come here a minute"...Ha, Ha.
The 5/8" chuck is pretty nice and went on no problem. I like the verticle ribs which makes it easy to grip when installing drill bits before final tightening with the key and vice-versa. There's a key holder on the side of the head too when not in use.
The laser appears to be accurate out of the box. I installed a drill bit and used a piece of white paper to test. The laser is adjustable, so once I get the press up on a bench I'll make any fine adjustments if needed. The built in light is also nice and bright. Old eyes need lots of lighting. The auto speed change lever is a little tight when moving thru its arc. Might loosen up a wee bit after some useage. Otherwise it works fine and holds the belt/pully speed setting. The speed readouts are bright and go from 580 rpm to 3200 rpm. I think I got down to 520 and bit over 3200. The manual states there are 50 Speeds available. The table can tilt 45 degrees and rotates. Moves up and down easily by turning the handle on the right side. It has a built in 7" extension with a roller on the end for oversize boards.
I posted a pic of the pulleys so you can see how it works. The large pulley moves up and the small one moves down and vice-versa when moving the speed lever on the side of the head. You have to have the press running when moving the lever between speeds. Its very cool.
Overall I think its a decent drill press for the money, $218.00 with Free Delivery, 90 Day Return from HD and comes with a 2 year warranty from WEN. There's plenty of videos out there showing how to assemble it so I won't bother going thru the steps. Instead I'll just post a few pics.
At 85 lbs this is no light weight drill press. Best assembled on a bench or cart you intend to place it on. I started assembling the base on a small metal stool then finished it on the shop office floor. I don't have a dedicated bench in the shop/garage yet. That's one of the projects for 2026. Funny how 85 lbs seems a lot heavier at 70 then it was at 60. I'll need an extra hand when it comes time to lift it up..."Honey, can you come here a minute"...Ha, Ha.
The 5/8" chuck is pretty nice and went on no problem. I like the verticle ribs which makes it easy to grip when installing drill bits before final tightening with the key and vice-versa. There's a key holder on the side of the head too when not in use.
The laser appears to be accurate out of the box. I installed a drill bit and used a piece of white paper to test. The laser is adjustable, so once I get the press up on a bench I'll make any fine adjustments if needed. The built in light is also nice and bright. Old eyes need lots of lighting. The auto speed change lever is a little tight when moving thru its arc. Might loosen up a wee bit after some useage. Otherwise it works fine and holds the belt/pully speed setting. The speed readouts are bright and go from 580 rpm to 3200 rpm. I think I got down to 520 and bit over 3200. The manual states there are 50 Speeds available. The table can tilt 45 degrees and rotates. Moves up and down easily by turning the handle on the right side. It has a built in 7" extension with a roller on the end for oversize boards.
I posted a pic of the pulleys so you can see how it works. The large pulley moves up and the small one moves down and vice-versa when moving the speed lever on the side of the head. You have to have the press running when moving the lever between speeds. Its very cool.
Overall I think its a decent drill press for the money, $218.00 with Free Delivery, 90 Day Return from HD and comes with a 2 year warranty from WEN. There's plenty of videos out there showing how to assemble it so I won't bother going thru the steps. Instead I'll just post a few pics.
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oldman_pottering
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came out to keep working on a wooden handle and got ******* wasting time trying to make my irc client on Ubuntu better
rd65
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Swapped out the trimmer head on the FS70, drained the fuel, checked the air filter & spark plug - both fine, cleaned the spark arrestor screen.
Ran the push mower, then drained/sucked out the warm oil, added 15 oz of fresh Valvoline 30wt. Changed the spark plug, cleaned the air filter, swapped out the blade for a sharp one, drained the remaining fuel from the tank.
Ran the push mower, then drained/sucked out the warm oil, added 15 oz of fresh Valvoline 30wt. Changed the spark plug, cleaned the air filter, swapped out the blade for a sharp one, drained the remaining fuel from the tank.
LeonardY
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Nice Reeves drive system. Haven't seen them used on a newer machine for a while.
bugnut
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Took advantage of the still warm weather fired up the baja and let it idle to warm up.
Moved recycles from recycle spot to trash, as they haven't emptied the gift wrap and boxes in town and this is going in the trash so I have room. Old man rant.....
Looked up part numbers for the stabilizer kit/arms for the Ford 200 tractor-need to order them.
Cleaned the countertop and swept up the shop.
Moved recycles from recycle spot to trash, as they haven't emptied the gift wrap and boxes in town and this is going in the trash so I have room. Old man rant.....
Looked up part numbers for the stabilizer kit/arms for the Ford 200 tractor-need to order them.
Cleaned the countertop and swept up the shop.
Notgrownup
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larry4406
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Wheeled out the smoker, cleaned it, added pellets and its ready for action for later today.
Blew out the dust and debris with the air gun from the compressor.
Blew out the dust and debris with the air gun from the compressor.
Rst277
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Mezz2006
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With having the week of Xmas off, I was able to get boxes installed for 3 of 4 rows of lights in the shop, wiring run for 2 rows, and lights installed on 1 row. Couple more hours of work and I'll have the second row of lights done, then will get a start on row 3. Row 4 will need to wait til the camper comes out in the spring.
Old Man Roger
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That variable speed set up is cool, never seen it before. Looks just like something you’d see on a snowmobile.Assembled and Tested my new WEN 12" Variable Speed Cast Iron Benchtop Drill Press with Laser, Work Light and 5/8" Chuck Capacity.
At 85 lbs this is no light weight drill press. Best assembled on a bench or cart you intend to place it on. I started assembling the base on a small metal stool then finished it on the shop office floor. I don't have a dedicated bench in the shop/garage yet. That's one of the projects for 2026. Funny how 85 lbs seems a lot heavier at 70 then it was at 60. I'll need an extra hand when it comes time to lift it up..."Honey, can you come here a minute"...Ha, Ha.
The 5/8" chuck is pretty nice and went on no problem. I like the verticle ribs which makes it easy to grip when installing drill bits before final tightening with the key and vice-versa. There's a key holder on the side of the head too when not in use.
The laser appears to be accurate out of the box. I installed a drill bit and used a piece of white paper to test. The laser is adjustable, so once I get the press up on a bench I'll make any fine adjustments if needed. The built in light is also nice and bright. Old eyes need lots of lighting. The auto speed change lever is a little tight when moving thru its arc. Might loosen up a wee bit after some useage. Otherwise it works fine and holds the belt/pully speed setting. The speed readouts are bright and go from 580 rpm to 3200 rpm. I think I got down to 520 and bit over 3200. The manual states there are 50 Speeds available. The table can tilt 45 degrees and rotates. Moves up and down easily by turning the handle on the right side. It has a built in 7" extension with a roller on the end for oversize boards.
I posted a pic of the pulleys so you can see how it works. The large pulley moves up and the small one moves down and vice-versa when moving the speed lever on the side of the head. You have to have the press running when moving the lever between speeds. Its very cool.
Overall I think its a decent drill press for the money, $218.00 with Free Delivery, 90 Day Return from HD and comes with a 2 year warranty from WEN. There's plenty of videos out there showing how to assemble it so I won't bother going thru the steps. Instead I'll just post a few pics.
KamiCrit
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Tested my new-to-me amplifier from ebay. It looks brand new, still has the plastic caps on the inputs and the settings are all set to default. It tested good despite being shipped loosely in a box with only paper laying around it for "padding". Why are people so dumb? Anyway, it's good to go (miraculously). I'm not installing it in the van today though, it's too damn cold, lol.
Beerhippie
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Back to working in the pub. One of our kitchen refrigerated prep tables has been acting up. We recently had the condensing unit replaced and it has struggled to maintain a constant temp since. This weekend, it swung from 49F down to 30F during a shift.
I'm reckoning it's the **** thermostat.
We'll see:
Johnson A419 is a standby for me and there are always one or two in the spares Connex. The probe is just stuck in through the door right now while I see if this fixes the problem.
I'm reckoning it's the **** thermostat.
We'll see:
Johnson A419 is a standby for me and there are always one or two in the spares Connex. The probe is just stuck in through the door right now while I see if this fixes the problem.
Method to keep the tires connected to the ground.Is this some new method to keep the tires tight against the rims?
Real_PhillBert
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I saved a few bucks on my new house by having them hang sheetrock, but not do any finish work. Well now I get to pay for it.
I spent the last two days taping the walls of my 1250sqft garage, and just got started on the ceiling today. I have a long way to go.
Disregard the giant pile of ****.
I spent the last two days taping the walls of my 1250sqft garage, and just got started on the ceiling today. I have a long way to go.
Disregard the giant pile of ****.
Beerhippie
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@Real_PhillBert : Rent a banjo and mud box. It makes the job so much easier, especially on a ceiling.
My back is screaming just looking at that job!
PS: Which car is the "giant pile of ****"?
My back is screaming just looking at that job!
PS: Which car is the "giant pile of ****"?
Motorman55
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Yesterday I posted here on this page regarding my new WEN 12" Drill Press. Basic descriptions, my thoughts about it and of course some assembly pics.
Well today 2 more WEN items that I ordered from HD came in. The first one is a WEN Drill Press Table accessory for the WEN 12" Drill Press and the second is the WEN Oscillating Belt & Spindle Sander.
1. Starting with the WEN Drill Press Table.
Not really a tool, but rather an accessory for the WEN line of drill presses that can also be used on other brand name tools. Made from thick MDF with a black laminated top and bottom and has either a heavy plastic or thin aluminum banding all around. I can't tell which it is but in either case its nicely done and matches the WEN drill press orange color.
The table comes with a removeable center piece for straight thru drilling so as not to damage the main board itself. (NOTE: I'm going to make up several disposable center pieces using the original as a template. Great to use if you don't want any tearout on the bottom of the board your drilling. Just throw it away and drop in another one.)
The table has 2 aluminum tracks on the top for clamping down your work and another pair of tracks on the underside for clamping the board to the drill press table. Six clamps are included. Enough to clamp it to the drill press table from under the table with a couple left over to clamp down your project boards.
Included is the adjustable fence with its own track plus a small moveble stop block. It has two bolts and plastic nuts that enable it to slide forward and backwards along the two tracks and locks down where you want it. I checked for 90 degree off the table and its on the money. The moveable stop slides along the fence track and you can lock it in place. (Great for drilling evenly place holes in 2 or more identical lengths of wood.) There are two stick on tape measure strips, one on each side of the top tracks. I found these to be off 1/16" from each other. Not a biggie, since I would square the backstop each time with a ruler anyway.
Overall I think its pretty good for what it is. It cost $47.00 from HD with free delivery. Is it a good price? I don't know, seems reasonable. For sure it allows me to use it right away without having to build one which is a time saver.
2. WEN Oscillating Belt & Spindle Sander.
My first impression is its well made and as good as any in its class. And yes the table top is metal and the front section drops down for angle sanding if needed.
The table top is adjusted by loosening the two knobs on each side. The adjustable brackets are notched and marked by degrees and lock into place by a metal tab on the right side. Loosen the knobs, push down on the clip and adjust to your desired angle and tighten the knobs. I didn't check for accuracy of the angles, so that's something I will do once I set this on a bench.
The belt sanding block drops on and is held in place by a knob on the top right. Adjusting the belt for centering on the drums is done with the small knob on the top left. Turning the knob clockwise raise the belt and turning it counterclockwise lowers the belt. Only takes very small 1/4 turns or less to move the belt to center. There is also a metal lever on the left top for changing out the belts.
To use the sanding drums just take off the belt block if its on, then drop on the orange colored plastic Table Insert (see the back of the unit pic) next attache the correct size plastic Throat Plate ring (there's one for each of the 4 different size Sanding Drum) over the spindle, then drop on the Sanding Drum with the Sanding Sleeve (80 grit roll) on it then secure with the correct size washer and lock nut and your ready to sand. The Sanding Drums are made of stiff rubber that expand as you tighten the lock nut locking the sanding sleeve to it.
The sander comes with multiple 80 Grit Sanding Drums in 3/4", 1", 1-1/2" and 2" and matching Throat Plates. There is only one 80 Grit Belt. There is an appropriate notch or slit all around the bottom of the plastic body to hold its corresponding part, so no excuse for loosing them. There are rubber feet on all four bottom corners that grip pretty good.
I ran an initial test with the belt sander attachment. I had to quickly turn it off then on again and adjust the belt centering knob to keep the belt from going down to far. It was probably set correctly at the factory, but my monkey fingers had to twisty, twist the knob before I knew what it was for. So don't do that. Just bump it a few times and watch to make sure the belt stays center before going full blast on.
I'm giving this WEN tool a positive thumbs up. Cost $197.00 from HD, 90 Day Return, Free Delivery. Used a HD CC 18 Month No Interest Coupon. Plus it comes with the WEN Mfrs 2 Year Warranty.
Of course like any tool, time will tell how it holds up, but barring some catastropic failure, I suspect it'll be just fine for my DIY Home owner needs. Here's a few pics.
Well today 2 more WEN items that I ordered from HD came in. The first one is a WEN Drill Press Table accessory for the WEN 12" Drill Press and the second is the WEN Oscillating Belt & Spindle Sander.
1. Starting with the WEN Drill Press Table.
Not really a tool, but rather an accessory for the WEN line of drill presses that can also be used on other brand name tools. Made from thick MDF with a black laminated top and bottom and has either a heavy plastic or thin aluminum banding all around. I can't tell which it is but in either case its nicely done and matches the WEN drill press orange color.
The table comes with a removeable center piece for straight thru drilling so as not to damage the main board itself. (NOTE: I'm going to make up several disposable center pieces using the original as a template. Great to use if you don't want any tearout on the bottom of the board your drilling. Just throw it away and drop in another one.)
The table has 2 aluminum tracks on the top for clamping down your work and another pair of tracks on the underside for clamping the board to the drill press table. Six clamps are included. Enough to clamp it to the drill press table from under the table with a couple left over to clamp down your project boards.
Included is the adjustable fence with its own track plus a small moveble stop block. It has two bolts and plastic nuts that enable it to slide forward and backwards along the two tracks and locks down where you want it. I checked for 90 degree off the table and its on the money. The moveable stop slides along the fence track and you can lock it in place. (Great for drilling evenly place holes in 2 or more identical lengths of wood.) There are two stick on tape measure strips, one on each side of the top tracks. I found these to be off 1/16" from each other. Not a biggie, since I would square the backstop each time with a ruler anyway.
Overall I think its pretty good for what it is. It cost $47.00 from HD with free delivery. Is it a good price? I don't know, seems reasonable. For sure it allows me to use it right away without having to build one which is a time saver.
2. WEN Oscillating Belt & Spindle Sander.
My first impression is its well made and as good as any in its class. And yes the table top is metal and the front section drops down for angle sanding if needed.
The table top is adjusted by loosening the two knobs on each side. The adjustable brackets are notched and marked by degrees and lock into place by a metal tab on the right side. Loosen the knobs, push down on the clip and adjust to your desired angle and tighten the knobs. I didn't check for accuracy of the angles, so that's something I will do once I set this on a bench.
The belt sanding block drops on and is held in place by a knob on the top right. Adjusting the belt for centering on the drums is done with the small knob on the top left. Turning the knob clockwise raise the belt and turning it counterclockwise lowers the belt. Only takes very small 1/4 turns or less to move the belt to center. There is also a metal lever on the left top for changing out the belts.
To use the sanding drums just take off the belt block if its on, then drop on the orange colored plastic Table Insert (see the back of the unit pic) next attache the correct size plastic Throat Plate ring (there's one for each of the 4 different size Sanding Drum) over the spindle, then drop on the Sanding Drum with the Sanding Sleeve (80 grit roll) on it then secure with the correct size washer and lock nut and your ready to sand. The Sanding Drums are made of stiff rubber that expand as you tighten the lock nut locking the sanding sleeve to it.
The sander comes with multiple 80 Grit Sanding Drums in 3/4", 1", 1-1/2" and 2" and matching Throat Plates. There is only one 80 Grit Belt. There is an appropriate notch or slit all around the bottom of the plastic body to hold its corresponding part, so no excuse for loosing them. There are rubber feet on all four bottom corners that grip pretty good.
I ran an initial test with the belt sander attachment. I had to quickly turn it off then on again and adjust the belt centering knob to keep the belt from going down to far. It was probably set correctly at the factory, but my monkey fingers had to twisty, twist the knob before I knew what it was for. So don't do that. Just bump it a few times and watch to make sure the belt stays center before going full blast on.
I'm giving this WEN tool a positive thumbs up. Cost $197.00 from HD, 90 Day Return, Free Delivery. Used a HD CC 18 Month No Interest Coupon. Plus it comes with the WEN Mfrs 2 Year Warranty.
Of course like any tool, time will tell how it holds up, but barring some catastropic failure, I suspect it'll be just fine for my DIY Home owner needs. Here's a few pics.
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rktinc
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Holiday down time means lots of progress in the building restoration. Built mounts, hung lights and ran all new electrical
in my attic to great success. Now on to the big ugly yellow walls!!! Will move that lift into the front to start work on the third and last section January 1st.
RKTINC.
in my attic to great success. Now on to the big ugly yellow walls!!! Will move that lift into the front to start work on the third and last section January 1st.
RKTINC.
Farmall450
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Worked from home today, so I had lunch to work in the garage (15 degrees and super windy outside). I put a new battery in my generator (not super fun to pull start after sitting, it has a 16HP Vanguard) and cleaned up the floor some. Then I pet the cats until it was time to go back to work, lol.
Today, I cleaned up a J.W. Speaker inner tube vulcanizing patch clamp. I was happy that some red paint survived. This has been on our farm for probably 100 years. My father said Grandpa patched inner tubes for his Model T using this. The patches came on a tin diamond shape lid about 2.5 inches in length and 1.5 inch across. On one side of the tin lid was the patch with some adhesive. On the other side, there was some type of material that would burn when lit and the patch would release, vulcanizing to the tube. The idea was to spread the tube out on the table of the clamp and center the diamond shaped patch on the hole. Using one of the clamping anvils, the screw was tightened securely to hold the patch flat in place. The material was lit and the patch vulcanized to the tube. The flat was fixed and the Model T was back on the road. Daddy and I used this to patch so many bicycle and mini bike tubes over the years. I haven't been able to find replacement patches for this in years. It's a nice garage, wall mount keepsake.
I used a very similar tool in the 70’s as many of our farmer customers insisted on a “hot patch” repair.Today, I cleaned up a J.W. Speaker inner tube vulcanizing patch clamp. I was happy that some red paint survived. This has been on our farm for probably 100 years. My father said Grandpa patched inner tubes for his Model T using this. The patches came on a tin diamond shape lid about 2.5 inches in length and 1.5 inch across. On one side of the tin lid was the patch with some adhesive. On the other side, there was some type of material that would burn when lit and the patch would release, vulcanizing to the tube. The idea was to spread the tube out on the table of the clamp and center the diamond shaped patch on the hole. Using one of the clamping anvils, the screw was tightened securely to hold the patch flat in place. The material was lit and the patch vulcanized to the tube. The flat was fixed and the Model T was back on the road. Daddy and I used this to patch so many bicycle and mini bike tubes over the years. I haven't been able to find replacement patches for this in years. It's a nice garage, wall mount keepsake.
Farmall450
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I still hit it with marine stabil
Those patches never failed. All edges were stuck to the tube.
kaymccampbell
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Worked in lightburn. Finished the creche. Assembled and critiqued it. Made some edits. Need to make some more.