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  1. J

    Zoro Deals Thread

    Thank you, it worked for my items. :thumbup:
  2. J

    The Machine Work Thread

    Yep, we're still here and really appreciate seeing your projects! Thanks:thumbup:
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    Tooling (Re)Organization

    Ok, wow guys. After personally watching my cylinder exchange professionals drop my 300 cf argon cylinder off a loading dock directly onto the safety cap, I feel I can safely say he's in no danger. Yes, if the safety cap is removed the brass valve is susceptible. The biggest danger is the...
  4. J

    One year later 40'x80'

    Awesome work, as usual. I may have missed it, which tach are you using? I have a Wilton drill press that I'd like to install a tach on.
  5. J

    Anyone have good examples of a tidy way to run air lines through a wall?

    Lol, don't you have a CNC mill!? :lol:;)
  6. J

    First time (youth) welder project ideas

    Do him a tremendous favor and start with O/A welding. Small torch and small projects. He'll learn puddle manipulation and heat control. O/A, Arc, MIG, TIG is a good path. I believe that MIG, especially gas shielded solid wire, can start some very bad habits quickly.
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    My Texas Dream Garage

    Awesome upgrade! One of the many tricks to the 10 speed: dont be in a hurry and never panic. Those transmissions can smell fear! ...your comment makes me less worried about flying!
  8. J

    Kaz's Random Projects

    Congrats on the sale and the new toys!
  9. J

    CNC Plasma Table Build - Precision, CandCNC etc

    I believe my water table for my 4x8 was about $600 total. I just tig welded the corners up. I've read about the aluminum and hydrogen issues, but I've cut quite a bit of 5052 and 6061 and never had a problem.
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    Welding table pics ?

    Really? There's a bunch of smaller sizes available as well. https://m.summitracing.com/parts/vtr-um20na For the record, I plan to make my own clamps just like you are planning.
  11. J

    Welding table pics ?

    The stronghand acorn specific clamps are supposed to be very nice. Apparently not even worth cobbling something together. Awesome find!
  12. J

    Feit Electric T8 LED Fixtures at Costco

    Yep, I have 24 of them mounted with self tapping screws in my metal building.
  13. J

    CNC Plasma Table Build - Precision, CandCNC etc

    Mine has been through 4 years of rough use too... Almost all the mechanical fasteners have been tightened though!
  14. J

    Feit Electric T8 LED Fixtures at Costco

    24 Lights, 42x60 Metallic Building, 18ft walls. I think it may need some more, but it's workable....
  15. J

    Headache Rack Build

    Nice job on the headache rack. Which California foothills?
  16. J

    Between 265 & 485 SQ/FT The Scooter Workshop

    Chickens...coop..some other things and a great thread. Thanks so much for the effort to post your journeys! It took me three nights to get to the end...
  17. J

    Show us your welding projects

    That sounds like a liner or drive motor issue. It could also be a bad ground to the work.
  18. J

    What do you wish were easier about getting custom CNC plasma parts fabricated?

    Sorry, you need to bridge those letters or would you like me to redraw and charge you for the CAD time? :lol_hitti
  19. J

    any good DIY example for a metal headboard?

    We attached ours to the wall. It doesnt rock at all. https://www.etsy.com/listing/129403779/black-leather-and-steel-button-tufted?ref=shop_home_active_1
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    Between 485 & 705 SQ/FT Mid-Century Moto Mecca Makeover

    So sorry to read the news. It is so great that you had the time and support to share with him!
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