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Ok guys and dolls,    This is a show off thread.  if you have any tool; be it hand tool, power tool or a welder.....that you have modified or improved in anyway......SHOW IT OFF!!Do you have an old SA 200 that you dropped a HEMI into....Show It Off !!!Did you wrap the handle of your chipping hammer in calf skin leather....Show It OFF !!Did you take a Harbor Freight 4.5 inch grinder and turn it into a 240v DOOM MACHINE....SHOW IT OFF.....!!!Come on, have some fun here....if you did do some work to make an already usable tool more "usable"....come on, Show It Off!!Serious and non-serious entries are all appreciated.  All entries will be judged....winner wins a golf clap by everyone else.JD
Reply:wheres yours
Reply:Originally Posted by ed macwheres yours
Reply:I doctored up this HF bandsaw a bit.....I built the new taller stand, added hydraulic downfeed and flood coolant, work light, installed a magnetic switch with micro switch for autostop, and the vise grip drill press clamp for quick setup.....It works a treat!....Larry "I feel for the man who cannot spell a word more than one way."  by Mark TwainLincoln AC225-SLincoln Weldpac 100 Miller Matic 180 (auto set)Miller Spectrum 375 ExtremeMiller Spoolmate 100Victor Super Range II
Reply:Originally Posted by LarwynI doctored up this HF bandsaw a bit.....I built the new taller stand, added hydraulic downfeed and flood coolant, work light, installed a magnetic switch with micro switch for autostop, and the vise grip drill press clamp for quick setup.....It works a treat!....
Reply:Can't think of anything right off hand but I do know that I am never happy with anything I buy.  I always seem to modify darn near everything I use.  Picky as heck!That welder is awesome and makes me feel very old!Cletis
Reply:Originally Posted by 7A749You gotta stop posting that pic, Darth.My wife thinks I'm lookin' at porn!!!!!
Reply:Originally Posted by 7A749Since I'm on a kick.......Yeah, the insides look just as nice as the outsides do........
Reply:Are you guys using the HOW TO guide off the Yahoo groups website for HF saws?Honestly, Ive been thinking of getting a saw for myself, but since I have a Milwaukee Portaband....I just can bring myself to do it yet.  If I do, I will probably do the same type of mods that you guys have.  The hydraulic down feed and new table all seem pretty popular with those members on the Yahoo board.  Seems easy to do?What is your input on the ease of modification?  What was the hardest part?  Most expensive  mod?JD
Reply:Not welding, but machining on a lathe...........New gear quadrant:  Installed: New gears cut & installed:Ball Turner:MarkI haven't always been a nurse........Craftsman 12"x36" LatheEnco G-30B MillHobart Handler 175Lincoln WeldandPower 225 AC/DC G-7 CV/CCAdd a Foot Pedal to a Harbor Freight Chicago Electric 165A DC TIG PapaLion's Gate Build
Reply:Originally Posted by LarwynI doctored up this HF bandsaw a bit.....I built the new taller stand, added hydraulic downfeed and flood coolant, work light, installed a magnetic switch with micro switch for autostop, and the vise grip drill press clamp for quick setup.....It works a treat!....
Reply:my tig rod holder.. shop vac off the ground SIN CITY METAL WORKSvisit my YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/user/devvon
Reply:7A749 doesn't do restorations... he has a time machine in his garage and he just goes back in time and buys those machines new.Dynasty200DX w/coolmate1MM210MM VintageESAB miniarc161ltsLincoln AC225Victor O/A, Smith AW1ACutmaster 81IR 2475N7.5FPRage3Jancy USA1019" SBAEAD-200LE
Reply:7A749That is some beautiful work!LarryMiller XMT 304 CC/CVSyncrowave 180 SDLincoln PowerMig 255XTTermalDynamics 52Lincoln 305GComlpete machine shop to back it up
Reply:This is a upgrade to an old 17" Delta drill press with foot pedal option. I tucked in an desk lamp under the head to light up the table and I installed a 58 rpm gearhead Bodine motor with a reversing switch to the hand crank shaft of the table and mounted it on a fabricated bracket. It works like a charm. I love these old tools. I have a shop full on them. Attached Images
Reply:this is my 1910 Buffalo Forge angle and T cutter that i got from an older fellow who told me it was his grandfathers. it was covered in rust but i took it apart and restored it to good working order. after i was done i felt like just keeping it in my living room as a reminder of those who did the work we have done before us and the tools they once used to help build this great country of mine. im proud to own this part of history. Attached ImagesIf you like my stuff you can find me on Facebook.  https://www.facebook.com/theangryanv...ngryanvilforge
Reply:A little cart for the plasma cutter. Attached ImagesGood judgement comes from experience.Experience comes from bad judgement.
Reply:Originally Posted by trapperjohnThis is a upgrade to an old 17" Delta drill press with foot pedal option. I tucked in an desk lamp under the head to light up the table and I installed a 58 rpm gearhead Bodine motor with a reversing switch to the hand crank shaft of the table and mounted it on a fabricated bracket. It works like a charm. I love these old tools. I have a shop full on them.
Reply:Originally Posted by NOMADMADthis is my 1910 Buffalo Forge angle and T cutter that i got from an older fellow who told me it was his grandfathers. it was covered in rust but i took it apart and restored it to good working order. after i was done i felt like just keeping it in my living room as a reminder of those who did the work we have done before us and the tools they once used to help build this great country of mine. Im proud to own this part of history.
Reply:Originally Posted by jtrapperA little cart for the plasma cutter.
Reply:Originally Posted by darthwelderIt was a weird feeling to  hold something that 100 years ago, a man was earning his living with.
Reply:Originally Posted by 7A749Since I'm on a kick.......Yeah, the insides look just as nice as the outsides do........
Reply:some pics Attached Images
Reply:Just another cart & cooler.Nice and compact easy to transport.Vinnie Attached Images
Reply:Very nice looking all-terrain cart.Not sure if this counts but I was going to make a cart for my behemoth of a welder and thankfully the wise people on this board pointed out that it may not be a great idea to go with some of the designs I had.  So I hunted around and stole an idea from someone on the "blue" sight and saw a cage for theirs.  I have limited garage space so I thought, why not make a workbench / cart for it.Some angle iron, scrap around the garage and here it is.  Bought a piano dolly at harbor freight on sale and smashed the balsa wood they use off of it just for the casters which was cheaper then buying 4 of them.  I dont use it to weld on, but it stores my welder, saves some space, allows me to move it, and is a great place to stack more crap on.Oh, and the rebar is custom.... Attached Images
Reply:Originally Posted by trapperjohnThis is a upgrade to an old 17" Delta drill press with foot pedal option. I tucked in an desk lamp under the head to light up the table and I installed a 58 rpm gearhead Bodine motor with a reversing switch to the hand crank shaft of the table and mounted it on a fabricated bracket. It works like a charm. I love these old tools. I have a shop full on them.
Reply:Originally Posted by VinnieJust another cart & cooler.Nice and compact easy to transport.Vinnie
Reply:Originally Posted by 7A749You need to start up a thread on that machine you plan to restore.I'll give you plenty to chew over
Reply:Originally Posted by ed macsome pics
Reply:Originally Posted by mattlagoNot sure if this counts but I was going to make a cart for my behemoth of a welder and thankfully the wise people on this board pointed out that it may not be a great idea to go with some of the designs I had.  So I hunted around and stole an idea from someone on the "blue" sight and saw a cage for theirs.  I have limited garage space so I thought, why not make a workbench / cart for it.Some angle iron, scrap around the garage and here it is.  Bought a piano dolly at harbor freight on sale and smashed the balsa wood they use off of it just for the casters which was cheaper then buying 4 of them.  I dont use it to weld on, but it stores my welder, saves some space, allows me to move it, and is a great place to stack more crap on.Oh, and the rebar is custom....
Reply:Originally Posted by zipzitIs that a shop built water cooler ?  Can you tell us more?Zip
Reply:Originally Posted by jtrapperA little cart for the plasma cutter.
Reply:Here is one of my tools. I have found making vids of the pics makes it a little more interesting.T.J.www.tjsperformance.comDynasty 300 DXHTP 240HTP Microcut 380Hyperthem 85JD2 Hyd Bender and HF Hyd Ring Roller all in one =(Frankenbender)Bpt. Mill/DRO4' x 8' CNC Plasma TableInstagram: tjsperformanceYT: TJS Welding and Fabrication
Reply:Originally Posted by VinnieYes I built it.What do you want to know?V.
Reply:Originally Posted by tjshere is one of my tools. I have found making vids of the pics makes it a little more interesting.T.j.
Reply:I removed the direct drive and added a chain and pulley set up to gear it down a little.About 12 seconds for a full bend. I have since made a chain guard for it as well.www.tjsperformance.comDynasty 300 DXHTP 240HTP Microcut 380Hyperthem 85JD2 Hyd Bender and HF Hyd Ring Roller all in one =(Frankenbender)Bpt. Mill/DRO4' x 8' CNC Plasma TableInstagram: tjsperformanceYT: TJS Welding and Fabrication
Reply:Originally Posted by TJSI removed the direct drive and added a chain and pulley set up to gear it down a little.About 12 seconds for a full bend. I have since made a chain guard for it as well.
Reply:Pride and joy, my 60X30 main building with a 60X25 addition...It workshttp://weldingweb.com/vbb/showthread.php?t=41740 Attached ImagesYou have to learn the rules of the game. And then you have to play better than anyone else. Albert Einstein
Reply:Originally Posted by darthwelderOK,    at 26 seconds...the arm of the ram LOOKS like it is too close to the mandrel.  If it is, then it will be hitting your tubing.  Am I wrong?Please note that Im on drugs today...had dental work done yesterday.JD
Reply:The main portable rig. Attached ImagesYou have to learn the rules of the game. And then you have to play better than anyone else. Albert Einstein
Reply:JR....   God I love those old tools....do us a favor....take some close ups of the old ones...esp. the belt drive drill press!!JDLincoln IdealArc 250 AC/DC  w/ tigLincoln Ranger 8Miller Millermatic 140Victor Cutting setForney gas welding setMilwaukee power-tools3 legged dog named SpeedyFridge full of Diet Coke1 angry wife2 loud kids
Reply:nothing to exciting.. just didn't want to have to pay for it! had some scrap aluminum and made no marring vice clamps  SIN CITY METAL WORKSvisit my YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/user/devvon
Reply:The LincWelder 180 is now home and sitting in my garage.The teardown begins early in the morning.Ill post pics in a new thread.....LINCWELDER REBORNCOMING SOON TO A THEATRE NEAR YOU!!!JDLincoln IdealArc 250 AC/DC  w/ tigLincoln Ranger 8Miller Millermatic 140Victor Cutting setForney gas welding setMilwaukee power-tools3 legged dog named SpeedyFridge full of Diet Coke1 angry wife2 loud kids
Reply:Built this yesterday. It's a multi use stand.
Reply:Now those are some good options. Quite a variety.Good judgement comes from experience.Experience comes from bad judgement.
Reply:It's nice to have one stand to work several items since you seem to focus on one at a time anyway.
Reply:Originally Posted by gow589Built this yesterday. It's a multi use stand.
Reply:Originally Posted by Letzgoracin301Hows the ring when you use that anvil on that stand?
Reply:The stand has a lot to do with how an anvil reacts and the sound it makes. I am curious of how much ring it has on that stand because it seems to be a decent idea.