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i've been assembling the components for my rotary phase converter project. Have read a fair amount and visited with three different people who have experience. As of now I have a 15 hp three phase motor. It was wired for 480 but using the diagram I re-wired to low voltage 208-230(?). Also have a...

I receently purchased a larger Summit lathe with some accessories. When I inspected it there were two Kurt mill vises in the tray and the owner of the company asked if they had included some tool holders, etc. I replied "yes". Three weeks later I opened the plastic wrap and no vises, no tool...

How many put the compressor outside the shop? Presently mine is inside the 700 sq/ft shop and it does make me twinge when it comes on. Several have advised me to build a lean to and put it outside and I'm wondering how much an intake muffler would help. New shop is larger but main room is 28x31...

I know how to post pictures via Photobucket but wonder if it's possible to post through cell phone or tablet "directly". I do have Tapatalk on both devices. I'm sure this has been addressed so will apologize in advance:confused:

My Sparky friend who's an electrician for a large conglomerate brought this by and said try it for 3-4 years and if you don't like it bring it back. The equivalent of 350 watt metal halide(?) and draws 0.3 amps. I had to get in the air to see what sort of pattern it would throw.

I see lots of people use Tapatalk to post pictures. I have an Android cell phone and tablet. Can I post pictures directly from the device or does it go through Photobucket, etc?

I have 2 matching card files which I'd like to cut in half and use under a work bench. Can anyone offer suggestions. I have mig welder but no experience with it. Also have sacrificial file cabinets for flat stock. Thought I'd build a base and use 2 per end as workbench base?

Sorry if this shows up twice. First time didn't seem to take so will try again. In 2011 I moved my business to a large downtown building and build this shop. [/URL][/IMG] It's about 700 sq/ft and has worked well since I still work full time and I can slip back there for an hour or two time...

My new shop is 30X 50 which translates to 28 x 51 inside. The machine shop portion will be 28 x 31. Out side walls 8 ft with 16 ft radiused ceiling. Need about 8 x 13 ft on one wall for lathe, mill, and work bench. HF 51 in box will be roll around. Have been thinking about a 16 ft bencheck on...

I have a 30x60 "welding table" with 1/2 inch top and it's on wheels. While brainstorming this wknd I thought about welding a frame on each end, underneath of course, to hold both the stick and mig welder. I decided I'd better get some opinions from those more knowlegeable(sp?) than myself:) I...

Found this link and looks like some decent buys to be had? https://dallas.craigslist.org/ndf/bfs/4790489213.html

About 3 1/2 years ago I knew I wanted to put a shop together. So happened a used office furniture place had an auction so I bought a pile of stuff, anything that caught my eye. Fast forward and I've sold a few pieces, given a few away, and today I sorted to see what I have to work with. Here...

I've lurked for some time and thoroughly enjoy seeing all the different shops. Not sure if I I understand how but will try to post some pics of my new shop project. I presently have about 600 Sq/ft in the back of my business but bought this place in the spring. Hope to "retire" and stop keeping...

Hello Everyone, There's an amazing amount of talent and knowledge in this group! I don't exactly fit the profile as I don't currently have a garage. I have been working on a small(750 sq/ft) shop at the rear of my business. My interest runs to metal/machining although I have zero background...

Hey guys, SteveM(dcmus), senior citizen enjoying my last childhood:) Recently began indulging my interest in machine tools and have purchase a couple lathes, mill/drill, band saw, etc. As noted I'm self-employed and this may or may not turn into another business. If not I'm still having a great...