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    Mailbox post and mount

    One of my customers got tired of people knocking his mailbox down so he made his own out of I-Beam and 1/2 inch plate. I've seen tank obstacles that were less sturdy. 😂 Sent from my Pixel XL using Tapatalk
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    Center Punch Recommendations

    At least 10 years ago, I bought a General center punch. It was one of the worst tools I've ever bought. The point was bent right out of the package. Returned it for a replacement, and the "chrome" on the replacement delaminated within six months. Buy a Starrett. Buy once, cry once. Sure...
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    Is there such thinbg as a quiter pancake air compressor

    The most quiet air compressor I've ever heard was the one used to supply the Pneumatics lab at school. I barely noticed when it was running. It was a Festo air compressor. Specced at 45 dB . Be prepared for sticker shock, though. It's a $1000 compressor. Sent from my Pixel XL using Tapatalk
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    Coffing Chainfall pinion gear problems

    Maybe this will help. Sent from my Pixel XL using Tapatalk
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    I bought _________, because of Garage Journal.

    Service wrenches. I could have used the ones that can came with the equipment, but I "needed" my own. Sent from my Pixel XL using Tapatalk
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    AMATEK Model T Dead Weight Tester

    After soaking the weights in vinegar, this is the result. I don't know what kind of Dupont funk was on these things, but it actually produced a layer of white foam on top of the vinegar. 😱 Sent from my Pixel XL using Tapatalk
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    AMATEK Model T Dead Weight Tester

    Nope. No crazy metrology stuff here. My instructions were, "Make it work". My pride says, "Make it work right." It was donated to my school and was more or less collecting dust in a corner until our program head came up with the idea to build a calibration and process control lab. I think...
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    AMATEK Model T Dead Weight Tester

    As promised, here's a picture of one of the weights. The condition is typical of the entire set. Sent from my Pixel XL using Tapatalk
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    AMATEK Model T Dead Weight Tester

    My school has asked me to recondition some donated calibration equipment. The DWTs are supposed to be EXTREMELY precise pieces of equipment and the condition they're in is nothing short of a crime. I've brought one unit back to life and I'm waiting on parts for the second one. The next step...
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    Torque wrench input

    I have older (15 years or so) Craftsman's torque wrenches. They work and probably fit your budget, however.... Craftsman no longer offers a lifetime warranty on them, only a 1 year one. I had to replace a busted one last week and was NOT impressed. I can't speak to the other brands as I've...
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    Magnetic sockets: Why not common?

    Heh. I just ordered a set. GJ strikes again. Sent from my Pixel XL using Tapatalk
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    Opinions on a decent 4.5" angle grinder

    Hilti is the gold standard for professionals. Speaking of gold, you're gonna need some to afford one. Metabo is a great brand and darn near apprentice proof. Milwaukee is a good brand, as well. Try to buy a used older unit, as their newer models are a little flakey. DeWalt is the only brand...
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    Simple Question What Brand of Welding Gloves do you have?

    Well, it depends on what kind of welding your doing. TIG gloves are relatively thin and you have more dexterity when using them. The downside is that they don't resist high heat levels very well. I have a pair of Tillman brand gloves that work very well for their intended use. For SMAW (stick)...
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