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RE: Todays Project - What did you do today? - aRM - 06-13-2015
(06-12-2015, 06:37 PM)EdK Wrote: After Mike's string of posts, I'm almost embarrassed to post this but what the hell. Since I changed the wheels on my compressor to larger ones to add some height for accessing the drain valve, the feet needed to be extended so the compressor sits reasonably level. I got'r done today.ED
Ed
Before
After
Every posting, no matter how trivial, was a solution to a problem with a project U accomplished well. By tackling that specific problem and achieving what U originally set out to do is the sweet satisfaction of success which U shared. Makes one eager to tackle and undertake bigger problems in the knowledge that U have the ability and can do something to put it aright.
Mike similarly showed a small post box cover he initially resolved and then his other much, much more complicating technicalities. Each has its place here and I don't think we should be embarrassed about it, although I do know the pros abounding here would see our work as kinder garden stuff in comparison.
But we all started out somewhere whilst they may have been in this business for donkeys years. So whose to blame.
So really it is "Metal working FUN" at the end of the day.
And we enjoy it all.
aRM
RE: Todays Project - What did you do today? - zmotorsports - 06-13-2015
(06-12-2015, 06:33 PM)EdK Wrote: Mike,
Don't worry about hogging the thread. Hog away! I love the details you put in your posts. Keep it up please.
Ed
(06-13-2015, 12:41 AM)aRM Wrote: Ditto here as well Mikey
We need the action, keeps the place alive, gets us thinking and learning all in one go and the Dudes get to say a piece.
So win win all round. Somebody has to fill the blank pages here, and who better than an old hand like U.
U just keep 'em rolling in.
We appreciate the creativity and problem solving. "Tis obvious U one heavy experienced Mack ( Motor Mechanic, we say down here )
All the best
aRM
(06-13-2015, 01:15 AM)aRM Wrote:(06-12-2015, 06:37 PM)EdK Wrote: After Mike's string of posts, I'm almost embarrassed to post this but what the hell. Since I changed the wheels on my compressor to larger ones to add some height for accessing the drain valve, the feet needed to be extended so the compressor sits reasonably level. I got'r done today.ED
Ed
Before
After
Every posting, no matter how trivial, was a solution to a problem with a project U accomplished well. By tackling that specific problem and achieving what U originally set out to do is the sweet satisfaction of success which U shared. Makes one eager to tackle and undertake bigger problems in the knowledge that U have the ability and can do something to put it aright.
Mike similarly showed a small post box cover he initially resolved and then his other much, much more complicating technicalities. Each has its place here and I don't think we should be embarrassed about it, although I do know the pros abounding here would see our work as kinder garden stuff in comparison.
But we all started out somewhere whilst they may have been in this business for donkeys years. So whose to blame.
So really it is "Metal working FUN" at the end of the day.
And we enjoy it all.
aRM
Absolutely. I love looking at all projects and they are all a solution to an existing problem or issue. It is neat to see how each person approaches an issue diferently, or similarly.
And beleive me, I am no professional machinist, I am a mechanic who learned how to machine, weld and fabricate.
Mike.
RE: Todays Project - What did you do today? - Kennyv - 06-13-2015
Ok starting to learn a few names .. and put a few faces together . Hey Ed nice Job on those compressor wheels . Mike nice Job on the auto Draw bar . I saw u last night On U-tube .Yure famous now bro... Stayed up till 2:30am and watched allot of tool changer Auto drawbar stuff Mods .. Than got me thinking hey I need me one of those > saw some folks use power drill motor . Went out in garage and realized dang not too long ago threw away and old electric screw gun O well. Than I found a nice Air Screw driver with F/ R Trigger it even has the feature when u press down it activates the arbor
. Than I said Naaa if I start on that Project ill be consumed . I have lots more import things to get straight in Garage
Q not sure if that would even work what you guys think ?
would that even have enough torque ??
Thinking out loud here Correct me if im wrong an air activated PDB without a break Is that possible ?
anyways Im not in a hurry with my little toy Mill (PM25 MV) you would have to hold tool and collet at same time while activation PDB with a simple design F/R push down .. if so not sure would even be worth it for the convenience. U would have to have arbor loaded Tools else hold a spindle wrench at same time too right?
Hey Vinny Wasuuup behaving yur self "dude" . Ohh Here is a pic if ya..I know ya like pics esp if ya don't get what im saying
Well its back to Garage I have a dilemma need to organize make more room. After Moving the drill press to other side .Thought I can put the mill in its spot but isn't gona cut it. .Its the Beer bait fish fridge or shelves that got to go ..
Sooooooo working this out, Took shelves down now need to disassemble this old heap apart . Need to fit 3 more bench machines on a new shelve system to save some room. a grinder a disc sander and a Belt sander Ok thanks Guys for the idea hows im gona do this ?????
Ill send ya finished pic when im done ...lol...........
Btw still not sure who's the fella that said "ya can square dance in that there Garage" with all that room " hence everything was out in driveway as I was painting the floor ...well back 2 work
RE: Todays Project - What did you do today? - Vinny - 06-13-2015
Don't be gettin rid of the essentials. A Beer Fridge is essential!
RE: Todays Project - What did you do today? - Kennyv - 06-13-2015
(06-13-2015, 05:55 PM)Vinny Wrote: Don't be gettin rid of the essentials. A Beer Fridge is essential!
I know that Bro but I may have to down size tho...... now can u help me out with this dum idea I have with tryen to make a tier bench that I can utilize the space and properly use 4-5 bench tools on. Right now have that old Home made grinder bench to replace this new idea with
Once I put my New lathe in Ill have 48 inches area up to six foot high and need to fit 2 grinders, (one Double wheel one single) buffer/ wire wheel , belt sander , disc sander and a small drum sander on .
Idea ideas Ideas ....Moved the shelves out today found places for everything on them Slid fridge over To fit mill in spot and ran out of beer far as I got today tryen to brainstorm this dum idea . Yesterday I accessed SS wracks up to 5 shelves to replace. the old bench. However tier wont be too functional unless its well thought out. .
RE: Todays Project - What did you do today? - Mayhem - 06-14-2015
Decided to see what I had in my inventory (scrap) to make a drawbar wrench/hammer. I found a brass fitting that I have no idea what it is. I'm going to fill it full of lead - soft and heavy
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I still need to give the body a light skim and then make a handle.
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RE: Todays Project - What did you do today? - PixMan - 06-14-2015
Creative way to do it!
Just be careful of the soft end. If's is a true (half-hard) brass it could chip and throw chunks at you rather than deform as some bronzes might.
RE: Todays Project - What did you do today? - Kennyv - 06-14-2015
Interesting way to go about it Mayhem . I am going to mod my draw bar to accommodate an 11/16 extended nut . Prob going to wait till Monday ,weld it on shaft. However I was wondering does anyone know if I used silver solder ( Braze) and did it that way at home do you think it would hold up as well?
I have my hands full already to get garage in order. Was hoping some one read about my Idea of the tear bench wrack for bench machines. Last night did make some grounds with 2 options , still not sure which route to take . Build a 5 tier shelf (rack bench). ALL MAHINES NEED TO BE ACCESABLE Or I can take existing grind bench work out functional layout of 5 bench machines (2 shelves 2 machines on each) Mount belt sander on side . And build two shelves over existing bench using the shelving material listed above. Still have a rolling 3 shelf wrack available for stock. Thanks for any ideas .
Hope that made sense ?
Please don't make me take pics before job take me half the day. Promise ill post the there . Thanks again Kenny V
RE: Todays Project - What did you do today? - Vinny - 06-14-2015
Kenny. are you just putting everything against walls? Depending on the size of your garage you may be able to put things more centered there. If you need power, power it from above.
RE: Todays Project - What did you do today? - EdK - 06-14-2015
Here's another idea Kenny.
And some links to various designs of flip-top stands.
https://www.pinterest.com/chuck1613/flip-top-tool-stands/
Ed