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Look into shaft grounding when running a VFD on a vintage motor. Not sure how prevalent it will be on a smaller motor, but it's 'a thing' in the commercial sector.

Here it is! In it's new home... sortof. Still deciding the final resting spot. Turns out its a model 15. I was sorta hoping it was the massive 18, but this is likely a better suited press for my needs anyways. As ghetto as it looks/looked its in fantastic shape. Bearings are nice and...

I'm heading out to his place (about an hour drive into quebec) later today. If the machine looks true/fixable, im going to grab it. I'll keep you guys updated on what i get it for/condition. Thanks for all the help! fingers crossed its the "18" I'll be happy with the 15 either way tho. Any...

Thanks again guys, Ive decided to go grab it. Fingers crossed the deal is still there!

Thats exactly what i needed to hear, thanks guys. Now my only concern is, is this too big for a 20x20 2 car garage? I mean i want something quality, and 400lbs to me screams quality. But am i going overboard?

I'm in the market for a floor mounted drill press for my 2 car garage. Ive stumbled upon this gem. Any idea if its worth the asking price? Is it a quality tool...

I built this bench this past weekend. I thought about the use of each space in my small 2 car garage for a long time, and spent the whole time i was renovating/finishing the garage planning this bench. -I wanted something very strong and durable to mount a vise on, (I plan to have 2 benches...

Winch waiting for the shop to be done so i can use that red thingy ma jig to install it. 4" lag bolts all around Screwed the first layer down Then wood glued the 2nd layer on... i put anyhting i had that was heavy on the bench. This thing is SOLID I put the 2x4 on its side to gain the...

scored an old sewing table, plan is to turn it into a welding cart/table. Built a bench... Materials used: -1 sheet of 3/4" plywood ripped in half by home depot ;) -4 8ft 2x4's -some 3" screws -some wood glue -a few lag bolts

My garage buddy

Ok, photobucket account went down and i havnt updated in awhile... Pics: 220 wired

Ok still no wiring update... but still making progress: Since the new toolbox ive decided to relocate/fix this hose bibb. It leaks as soon as the shut off in the basement is opened, so heres what i did: The murder scene: Decided it'd be nice to have the option of hot or cold in the...

Ok well i havnt pinned down my buddy to finish the wiring yet, but i have made some progress.. Got some insulation in: Moved the panel down 2 inches to clear the new cabinets. Then threw up a few sheets where no more electrical/or work in general was needed to be done Dont mind...

Thanks for the encouragement. Its tough to impress with all the other amazing builds on the go on this site. I definately spend too much time drooling over other peoples garages! Anyways onto the update: I mounted my "conduit" and had some buddies help me fish the wires. The wiring is...

Update time: I ran most the wires for the panel. trying to keep things organized, and follow my buddie's instructions. I cut more drywall down in preparation for the attic door. Lots of thought going into this one. Plan is to have a drop down ladder then a hinged access door (backed...

Update time: I've been stuck at the office all week late working on this building going for permit tomorow. But my buddy managed to find some time to come pipe the heater tonight while i was at work. (garage door openers are handy!) This thing is amazing. Worth every penny spent. Plan is to...

Ok well my friend was in the neihborhood picking up some winter tires off kijiji and stopped in to show me exactly what to do for wiring. And he even took 20 mins and wired up my main feed. I tried to re-screw the drywall but the stuff is stuck in the drooped positon and the screws just pull...