Recent content by FrankC

I just did mine, It comes off easy just a tap and they slide off. I powder coated mine. But I own a powder shop.

The first gen Kobalt tools were very expensive for the time. I remember buying some. Then when they were changing out for the next line they went on clearance. I bought as much as I could afford. I still have them and use them to this day very regularly. I even bought the 1/2" torque wrench...

Re: What did you do to your garage today? Took an old Arbor Press and blasted it, poweder coated it and added some new hardware. you can see it here.

Rebuilt an Arbor Press this week. It was crusty so I stripped it and powdercoated it. Regreased and got new hardware. Now its ready for service.

The block style grinder is from the 60's in like new condition. Picked it up on Craigslist. It has every option including a tool post grinder. 1/2 hp ball bearing 3600 rpm. Craftsman Commercial. The Jetta is a 2 door crazy show car. Not mine but a good friends I am working on. My Rabbit is...

I have lurked here a bit. I recently became addicted to big old tools. I like old things. Things that were ment to be fixed and serviced not tossed away for new. It all started when I wanted a band saw. My father bought me a new one for Christmas 2 years ago. I opened it up and tried to use it...