ZRX61
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Paying Photobucket works out to about 50c.week
The Derelict Garage rides again!!!
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ODIS
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Have always used TinyPic and usually never a problem..... and, it is free.
Great job on the table too. A tube receiver? Kinda looks like a Murantz? If so, very cool.
Really enjoy your thread/projects!
Take care.
Ody.
Great job on the table too. A tube receiver? Kinda looks like a Murantz? If so, very cool.
Really enjoy your thread/projects!
Take care.
Ody.
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rartuin270
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jacobkungis
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Great Work!
madoc1
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thatis one rare toy!
Wingnut65
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Glad to hear you are on the rebound and back at making sawdust and other entertaining projects. And thanks for sharing your story and the remedies that have helped you riding back to health. 
One thought for that forge blower, soak it in a bucket of vinegar and it you probably wouldn't need to take it apart to get it working again. Nice find!
BTW, I've always wondered, do French Cleat really have an accent??
One thought for that forge blower, soak it in a bucket of vinegar and it you probably wouldn't need to take it apart to get it working again. Nice find!
BTW, I've always wondered, do French Cleat really have an accent??
Glad to hear you are on the rebound and back at making sawdust and other entertaining projects. And thanks for sharing your story and the remedies that have helped you riding back to health.
One thought for that forge blower, soak it in a bucket of vinegar and it you probably wouldn't need to take it apart to get it working again. Nice find!
BTW, I've always wondered, do French Cleat really have an accent??
Thanks for checking in Wingnut...didn't remember that you followed this thread!
I think vinegar is a great idea.
Well, French cleats don't always have accents...but they do smoke a lot of cigarettes...and avoid armed conflict...
That's all for now. Gotta go get a short ride before work.
WOW ,,,your back !!!!
Fergus,,sorry to hear of your problems but there's always good that follows bad so hang in there. I too have had a few issues with the back and knees ,,years of owning and also driving big trucks takes a tow on does things . One of my favorite things and therapy is riding scooters ( been riding since my early teens ) but as you know aches and pains interfere with every day life but there are always solutions , I just had to go three wheels instead of two . My point is even with our problems we can always find a different method to accomplish the same task, so hang in there continue to do what it takes to get the job done .
Sorry for not getting back sooner but after reading your posts I stopped and haven't been back until now .. so please continue as you feel you can . A faithful reader .
Fergus,,sorry to hear of your problems but there's always good that follows bad so hang in there. I too have had a few issues with the back and knees ,,years of owning and also driving big trucks takes a tow on does things . One of my favorite things and therapy is riding scooters ( been riding since my early teens ) but as you know aches and pains interfere with every day life but there are always solutions , I just had to go three wheels instead of two . My point is even with our problems we can always find a different method to accomplish the same task, so hang in there continue to do what it takes to get the job done .
Sorry for not getting back sooner but after reading your posts I stopped and haven't been back until now .. so please continue as you feel you can . A faithful reader .
So I made this little bit holder out of scrap
Table desk project by Derelict Garage, on Flickr
Ah but where did I ever get such wonderful scrap? Glad you asked.
So I dragged this big heavy crate home from work.
Table desk project by Derelict Garage, on Flickr
Was gonna build a desk. Took all morning to get this sucker torn down. Its all oak...and very heavy!
Untitled by Derelict Garage, on Flickr
Then the "minister of design" says she doesn't like the color. -- Pretty standard--
Says she wants more "weathered looking". So I go around to the side yard and get the one that's been laying out there for a year.
Untitled by Derelict Garage, on Flickr
Tore this one apart. Then set up a frame.
Table desk project by Derelict Garage, on Flickr
The mandate came down from SWMBO that the legs are to be in the shape of an X. Scratched my head. Figured the only way to achieve (semi) consistent results was to layout on the floor.
by Derelict Garage, on Flickr
Layed the legs down, marked 'em as good as I could, then got out the circular saw.
by Derelict Garage, on Flickr
Slapped em together and laid em down.
by Derelict Garage, on Flickr
It was difficult to get the legs square, since the lumber was warped and split, but I called it "close enough" and put it together.
by Derelict Garage, on Flickr
Then the top. Also made of oak - a bunch of pallet slats I tore down a while back.
Untitled by Derelict Garage, on Flickr
They also looked too "new". I was thinking about staining or aging them somehow when I found the answer.
Burn them.
It is an old Japanese technique know as "Shou Sugi Ban". I didn't follow it exactly...but the results are nice.
First, you burn.
Untitled by Derelict Garage, on Flickr
Before/After
Untitled by Derelict Garage, on Flickr
I thought "Wow, it instantly looks 100 years old!". So much character was added.
Then you wash. Water and a wire brush.
Untitled by Derelict Garage, on Flickr
Clamped the boards between two cauls to help straighten. Actually left them like this for over a month. I got sidetracked in the middle of the project as typical.
I was also given the design brief that the boards shalt be laid in a "vee".
Untitled by Derelict Garage, on Flickr
The lady has a good eye. Usually results in a lot of extra work. Its worth it though...wouldn't you say?
Untitled by Derelict Garage, on Flickr
For finish, a couple coats of this stuff:
Untitled by Derelict Garage, on Flickr
Its SUPPOSED to look like mayo. Weird stuff. Its consistency is that of cake icing. I found the best technique was to put it on a little heavy with a cheap brush, then immediately wipe down the excess with a rag to prevent pooling or runs. That first coat was a bear because the wood is real rough, but the second one went down real easy.
Untitled by Derelict Garage, on Flickr
Gotta do some painting before I can move it into the office. It is designed to be both a desk and workbench for indoor projects since we seem to do a lot of em these days.
Table desk project by Derelict Garage, on FlickrAh but where did I ever get such wonderful scrap? Glad you asked.
So I dragged this big heavy crate home from work.
Table desk project by Derelict Garage, on FlickrWas gonna build a desk. Took all morning to get this sucker torn down. Its all oak...and very heavy!
Untitled by Derelict Garage, on FlickrThen the "minister of design" says she doesn't like the color. -- Pretty standard--
Says she wants more "weathered looking". So I go around to the side yard and get the one that's been laying out there for a year.
Untitled by Derelict Garage, on FlickrTore this one apart. Then set up a frame.
Table desk project by Derelict Garage, on FlickrThe mandate came down from SWMBO that the legs are to be in the shape of an X. Scratched my head. Figured the only way to achieve (semi) consistent results was to layout on the floor.
by Derelict Garage, on FlickrLayed the legs down, marked 'em as good as I could, then got out the circular saw.
by Derelict Garage, on FlickrSlapped em together and laid em down.
by Derelict Garage, on FlickrIt was difficult to get the legs square, since the lumber was warped and split, but I called it "close enough" and put it together.
by Derelict Garage, on FlickrThen the top. Also made of oak - a bunch of pallet slats I tore down a while back.
Untitled by Derelict Garage, on FlickrThey also looked too "new". I was thinking about staining or aging them somehow when I found the answer.
Burn them.
It is an old Japanese technique know as "Shou Sugi Ban". I didn't follow it exactly...but the results are nice.
First, you burn.
Untitled by Derelict Garage, on FlickrBefore/After
Untitled by Derelict Garage, on FlickrI thought "Wow, it instantly looks 100 years old!". So much character was added.
Then you wash. Water and a wire brush.
Untitled by Derelict Garage, on FlickrClamped the boards between two cauls to help straighten. Actually left them like this for over a month. I got sidetracked in the middle of the project as typical.
I was also given the design brief that the boards shalt be laid in a "vee".
Untitled by Derelict Garage, on FlickrThe lady has a good eye. Usually results in a lot of extra work. Its worth it though...wouldn't you say?
Untitled by Derelict Garage, on FlickrFor finish, a couple coats of this stuff:
Untitled by Derelict Garage, on FlickrIts SUPPOSED to look like mayo. Weird stuff. Its consistency is that of cake icing. I found the best technique was to put it on a little heavy with a cheap brush, then immediately wipe down the excess with a rag to prevent pooling or runs. That first coat was a bear because the wood is real rough, but the second one went down real easy.
Untitled by Derelict Garage, on FlickrGotta do some painting before I can move it into the office. It is designed to be both a desk and workbench for indoor projects since we seem to do a lot of em these days.
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s2kattracks
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Nice work, I like it!
xtremek
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Glad to hear you've found a way to gets some motivation back. I'm trying to get my wife to get back into running. When she leaves for a run, she's depressed, grumpy, tired woman, She comes back worn out, but happy and optimistic. As long as I keep pushing myself to get outside, I seem to do ok.
I like the work you did on the table, but I would have cleaned up the wood, not aged it. That's what's so awesome about people, different tastes keep the world from getting boring. For the style, I think you nailed it and it looks great.
I like the work you did on the table, but I would have cleaned up the wood, not aged it. That's what's so awesome about people, different tastes keep the world from getting boring. For the style, I think you nailed it and it looks great.
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Dan in Pasadena
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Fergus! You're back, fantastic.
I like the hell outta that table. Very very cool.
I like the hell outta that table. Very very cool.
You're durn right I'm back Dan. Just don't have much time to post these days. But I am actively working on something all the time these days. Between work and trying to learn php/web stuff (possible new career) I gotta do something to stay sane and have some garage time.
Thanks for checking in man.
Thanks for checking in man.
double-z
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awesome table!
and good fixin' on the garage.
it's good to see an old garage getting new life (like i'm trying to do to mine).
and good fixin' on the garage.
it's good to see an old garage getting new life (like i'm trying to do to mine).
155'Ringman
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Great to see you back at it Fergus! That bench / table looks great, some proper hunks of oak there.
I've been cycling to work for the last year or so and I am also a strong believer that some fresh air and exercise improves your outlook on life considerably.
I've been cycling to work for the last year or so and I am also a strong believer that some fresh air and exercise improves your outlook on life considerably.
Thanks double-z!
Ringman....thinking of cycling to work myself. Dont' know why I waited til winter to do so...probably because I'm at work all the daylight hours. It is 22 miles one way though...
Here's a shot of the table moved in and in action:
by Derelict Garage, on Flickr
Plenty of room for computer stuff. And projects:
Untitled by Derelict Garage, on Flickr
Restoring my grandfathers 1964 Fisher 800c. This is my first foray into anything electronic. Keeping my fingers crossed. For anybody interested, the AudioKarma board is a great resource - really helpful people over there!
Ringman....thinking of cycling to work myself. Dont' know why I waited til winter to do so...probably because I'm at work all the daylight hours. It is 22 miles one way though...
Here's a shot of the table moved in and in action:
by Derelict Garage, on FlickrPlenty of room for computer stuff. And projects:
Untitled by Derelict Garage, on FlickrRestoring my grandfathers 1964 Fisher 800c. This is my first foray into anything electronic. Keeping my fingers crossed. For anybody interested, the AudioKarma board is a great resource - really helpful people over there!
utahdog2003
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Love it!
jbmatth
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I came to your thread thinking you would be working on that Jeep, but was pleasantly surprised to see what all you've done to your derelict garage. I really like most of what you have done, but the sliding barn doors, the big oak desk/bench, and the forge are my favorites. The forge brought back memories of when my parents had a small place up in British Columbia about an hour and a half east of Prince George. There was so much cool stuff on that property that I'd love to go back and get, but sadly they sold the place. Anyway, there was this building set back in the woods that we were told was a blacksmith shop from the 40's/50's, there was a forge with the table and everything. Good memories! Well keep on that bike, but be safe, use lights even in the day time and go for it. It is one of my favorite activities even if I haven't ridden in months.
Well, ummm, I defninitely did not mean to step away...for FOUR MONTHS!
Sorry guys. Just got busy with life. Between the holidays, work, getting sick twice, wife getting sick twice, whole bunch of family/friend events, trying to learn a new craft, etc, haven't had much extra time at all.
Utahdog - Thanks!
Cruzer75 - Being outside recharges my batteries man!
jbmatth - Thanks man! I do have lights...really bright ones. I really like riding at night...so peaceful - its awesome.
Got my Jeep put back together...backfired so hard it blew the lead pipe off the muffler. I think I might have a timing issue....
Sorry guys. Just got busy with life. Between the holidays, work, getting sick twice, wife getting sick twice, whole bunch of family/friend events, trying to learn a new craft, etc, haven't had much extra time at all.
Utahdog - Thanks!
Cruzer75 - Being outside recharges my batteries man!
jbmatth - Thanks man! I do have lights...really bright ones. I really like riding at night...so peaceful - its awesome.
Got my Jeep put back together...backfired so hard it blew the lead pipe off the muffler. I think I might have a timing issue....
xtremek
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I was thinking about you and this thread the other day, while I was at work. I'm glad to see something on this one, it's one of my favorites. Now you have me sitting on the edge of my seat.
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sublime68charger
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Ta da ta daaaaaa
Ta da ta daaaaaa
The teaser
Can we place bets?
Blue match box?
No probaly not after all that work making it great again!
New color!
New project!
The garage journal world wonders?
Nice to have you back
utahdog2003
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.....and I thought I did a crappy job keeping my thread updated!
jeeezhus!
jeeezhus!
sublime68charger
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utahdog2003
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Keep up the awesomeness!
tinbender 66
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Patiently waiting....................
Hounddog
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Salvaged beams... I've got a load of those and am incorporating them into some trim in my shop. Before your thread...I hadn't even considered it...NOW, I'm thinking a table like that would be a perfect fit in my shop. Nice shop you got there.
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Hounddog
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Dude...I like your style!!! Coolest table I've seen in awhile. Admiration here. Another perspective only... integrating the cast plate with the letters...even if slightly "unbalancing" the piece...may have took it over the top. But maybe not????
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Alright, here goes.
We're moving. It's bittersweet. I learned to do so much working on this place and spent a lot of good hours out in the garage. I'm kinda bummed I never got everything finished, but I knew we wouldn't be here forever. So this is pretty much the end of the road for this Derelict Garage. Thanks to everybody for following along - I've had a great time sharing and learning with you guys.
At this point, we've already moved most of the house stuff. I've got to do the garage still.
The really awesome thing is that our new place is only 5 miles away. And here's a teaser of my new shop:
Ranch... The Beginning by Tim Ferguson, on Flickr
Woot!
We're moving. It's bittersweet. I learned to do so much working on this place and spent a lot of good hours out in the garage. I'm kinda bummed I never got everything finished, but I knew we wouldn't be here forever. So this is pretty much the end of the road for this Derelict Garage. Thanks to everybody for following along - I've had a great time sharing and learning with you guys.
At this point, we've already moved most of the house stuff. I've got to do the garage still.
The really awesome thing is that our new place is only 5 miles away. And here's a teaser of my new shop:
Ranch... The Beginning by Tim Ferguson, on FlickrWoot!
tinbender 66
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Lots of potential there. Looking forward to seeing you make it home.
xtremek
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Let me be the first to say, "YOU ****". Very nice move up. I'm looking forward to seeing what you're going to do to this one.
xtremek
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If you don't mind, how about some pics of the house.