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Forum: Welding 02-15-2019, 11:48 AM

Replies: 14 MIG welder Views: 270 Posted By mccutter THIS! ^^^^ That is what I do and usually tweak... THIS! ^^^^ That is what I do and usually tweak towards the hot side. Make sure you have good power going to it.

Forum: Welding 02-13-2019, 05:59 PM

Replies: 7 New low cost plasma table.....would you buy it ? Views: 304 Posted By mccutter I'd be concerned with replacement parts... I'd be concerned with replacement parts considering the political climate there...

Forum: Machining 02-11-2019, 01:21 PM

Replies: 33 How to make Tubing die's is there a how too Views: 1,034 Posted By mccutter That looks like a decent unit for $300. :) The... That looks like a decent unit for $300. :) The one I posted above is HERE (https://www.baileigh.com/hand-bender-rdb-10). Not as many size options but definitely beefier for $800.

Forum: Mechanical & Electrical 02-08-2019, 10:52 PM

Replies: 11 Taurus AWD changes alignment under load Views: 455 Posted By mccutter THIS ^^^^ was the first thing that popped into my... THIS ^^^^ was the first thing that popped into my mind. Try prying on things with the wheels on the ground. With the control arms "extended" down, it may be tightening up the bushings enough that the...

Forum: Shop & Safety 02-07-2019, 06:46 PM

Replies: 62 One step closer to having a new shop in Florida Views: 2,399 Posted By mccutter Although I wouldn't consider myself a "redneck"... Although I wouldn't consider myself a "redneck" (my shirt comes off when it is hot and sunny ;) LINK (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K-1B81eM5Yk)), I WOULD consider myself a "country boy". :) Grew...

Forum: Shop & Safety 02-07-2019, 06:15 PM

Replies: 77 Proper setup of a mobile home Views: 1,615 Posted By mccutter I like the thought of a pad/slab underneath. As... I like the thought of a pad/slab underneath. As high as you can get it. And while your pouring concrete, you can pour the foundation for any patio/porch/Florida room/shed/driveway/carport, etc. A...

Forum: Machining 02-07-2019, 06:03 PM

Replies: 33 How to make Tubing die's is there a how too Views: 1,034 Posted By mccutter It is good to see capitalism is alive and well in... It is good to see capitalism is alive and well in Canada! :) Maybe not so much capitalism here, though... ;) Or maybe that is just how we roll here in the helpful US! :D But I'm...

Forum: Welding 02-05-2019, 01:13 AM

Replies: 32 Speaking of Everlast... Views: 2,470 Posted By mccutter There used to be a guy on here that was dealing... There used to be a guy on here that was dealing Everlasts. He was quite helpful at first but seems to have gone off to bigger and better things... I had a HF manager give me the skizzy on...

Forum: Welding 02-05-2019, 12:40 AM

Replies: 9 regulator problem Views: 493 Posted By mccutter I've rebuilt a couple pairs of regulators in the... I've rebuilt a couple pairs of regulators in the past. Got a "kit" from a Debay vendor--I forget who. Just do a search of your model number and scoll the listings. I think I paid less than $15 a kit...

Forum: Shop & Safety 02-01-2019, 12:34 PM

Replies: 21 A rare sighting Views: 1,163 Posted By mccutter This is funny how this forum is for talking about... This is funny how this forum is for talking about shop floors, but they are never visible in a "normal" shop. Maybe it should be called "Shop Floor Wishes"? :D

Forum: Mechanical & Electrical 01-29-2019, 06:05 PM

Replies: 3 The Rest Of The Story Views: 392 Posted By mccutter Modern engines need ALL the voltage to run... Modern engines need ALL the voltage to run correctly. It is amazing the drivability issues that present themselves with a weak battery. Wife has a Freestyle with batt light on. Charges fine at 14v...

Forum: Mechanical & Electrical 01-29-2019, 05:58 PM

Replies: 11 The first diesel Views: 538 Posted By mccutter I see palm trees--where is it located? :confused:... I see palm trees--where is it located? :confused: Trivia question: what kind of fuel did the first diesel engine run on? ;) I've seen plenty of MAN diesels in bigger yachts 100'+. One I worked...

Forum: Mechanical & Electrical 01-29-2019, 02:47 PM

Replies: 8 Welding with paintball cylinders Views: 320 Posted By mccutter The fill adapter I have has an "extra" valve to... The fill adapter I have has an "extra" valve to allow this. Maybe it is the heat in this area or maybe my big tank is getting low. But the can is frosty before I try to fill it...

Forum: Mechanical & Electrical 01-29-2019, 03:07 AM

Replies: 8 Welding with paintball cylinders Views: 320 Posted By mccutter I've used CO2 paintball cans on many "remote"... I've used CO2 paintball cans on many "remote" jobs with my MM140. I use a Hobart adapter I'm not sure is available anymore. One end screws to the gas fitting on the back of the machine and the other...

Forum: Machining 01-27-2019, 10:40 PM

Replies: 17 Where do I get accessories for HF #93212 Mini Lathe? Views: 1,176 Posted By mccutter Epilogue: Then there were 2, then 1 again... Long story short: I picked up a "new" "open box" unit with goodies from Harbor Freight for $298 w/tax. Sold "old" unit sans goodies for $320. Thank you to Dub for offering up your "extra" parts but I...

Forum: Mechanical & Electrical 01-27-2019, 06:35 PM

Replies: 18 Amazon motor oil Views: 696 Posted By mccutter Walmart brand synthetic is about $16 for 5qts... Walmart brand synthetic is about $16 for 5qts...

Forum: Shop & Safety 01-20-2019, 01:36 AM

Replies: 14 pvc or emt conduit Views: 628 Posted By mccutter You can probably use MC cable for your lighting... You can probably use MC cable for your lighting if the wires for the lights will be "hidden". If your code allows it.

Forum: Machining 01-15-2019, 10:42 PM

Replies: 50 Gorton Mill Views: 4,105 Posted By mccutter Looks like it was used as an anchor in the... Looks like it was used as an anchor in the ocean!:eek:

Forum: Mechanical & Electrical 01-02-2019, 01:42 PM

Replies: 24 King pin change '73-'79 F100 Views: 1,036 Posted By mccutter The plastic bushings suck IF they are anything... The plastic bushings suck IF they are anything like the ones I put on a 1965 Chevy van--but that was 35 years ago so they could be OK now... :rolleyes:

Forum: Welding 12-25-2018, 08:21 PM

Replies: 25 Welding Carbon Steel to S.S. With MIG Views: 1,672 Posted By mccutter THIS ^^^^. Some furring strips and a roll of... THIS ^^^^. Some furring strips and a roll of sheet plastic. Attach with screws or staple gun. Rent a scissor lift. How high are we talking? Sometimes you gotta spend money to make money... :)

Forum: Fabrication 12-22-2018, 09:42 AM

Replies: 10 welding aluminum to steel Views: 1,128 Posted By mccutter At one time someone here posted a link for a free... At one time someone here posted a link for a free catalog from a company that supplied "brazing" rods. That was their specialty. I put quotes on because the melty filler metal is not always brass. Do...

Forum: Machining 12-14-2018, 04:32 PM

Replies: 17 Where do I get accessories for HF #93212 Mini Lathe? Views: 1,176 Posted By mccutter SHHHHHHH!!! :( ;) Maybe I need to remove the... SHHHHHHH!!! :( ;) Maybe I need to remove the price sheet I posted above! :D Keep me posted on the gears, Dub. Definitely interested in the jaws, hand tools and centers. Not so much the tool...

Forum: Machining 12-14-2018, 10:15 AM

Replies: 17 Where do I get accessories for HF #93212 Mini Lathe? Views: 1,176 Posted By mccutter Thanks for the info, people! :) ... Thanks for the info, people! :) Thanks, Chris. I guess I missed that set. HF finally Emailed me back (attachment below) and their gear set, priced individually, comes to $32 but is 8-10 weeks...

Forum: Machining 12-12-2018, 02:22 PM

Replies: 17 Where do I get accessories for HF #93212 Mini Lathe? Views: 1,176 Posted By mccutter Where do I get accessories for HF #93212 Mini Lathe? I picked up this Harbor Freight/Central Machinery #93212 7"x10" Mini Lathe a couple months ago from the original owner. In "like-new" condition, I thought it was worth $300. He had only turned Delrin...

Forum: Mechanical & Electrical 12-10-2018, 12:47 PM

Replies: 27 Artic Cat UTV/ATV any one know what causes Views: 1,886 Posted By mccutter Place I worked had a similar situation but the... Place I worked had a similar situation but the Service Manager was a tech who moved "up the ladder" and knew his stuff. A noob flat-rate tech had forgotten to put the plate back and I noticed before...

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