Custom Welding Cart

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Needed to make a cart for a little Lincoln 180.My intention was to keep it simple. Ya, that didn't last long once I started on the Solidworks model. Here is where I'm at as of now. Next step is to start on the tubing and finish mocking everything up to make sure it all fits. All the plate work is 11ga CRS, the round tubing will be 1" and the square is 1.25".All the plates were cut on my CNC plasma table then formed on my press brake. http://all-a-cart.comWelding Cart Kits and accessories
Reply:How much to cut me a set, but make the bottle a 300cuf
Reply:It's really a text-book keep-it simple example that many of us can relate to. a thousand dollar cart, extremely well designed and executed... If you sell a few you might break even.  I like it thank's for sharing
Reply:Nice design...
Reply:That's an A++++ !TxDoc's Photos Lincoln SP175 PlusLincoln Power Mig 256Lincoln 250 LX Spool Gun Lincoln Precision Tig 225 Hypertherm 600 KMG 2x72 Belt GrinderBaldor 812RE Grinder
Reply:Yep, pretty cool I like the design, looks great!....at some point, people are going to go back to just welding scraps together for carts right?? Then my carts won't have to hide in corners. Dave J.Beware of false knowledge; it is more dangerous than ignorance. ~George Bernard Shaw~ Syncro 350Invertec v250-sThermal Arc 161 and 300MM210DialarcTried being normal once, didn't take....I think it was a Tuesday.
Reply:That is gonna be pretty slick bud! I was shootin from the hip and freestyling a cart last year and wanted to do something different for the bottle holder as well. Just my dumb azz opinion bud, but it would probably make life easier if you put a hinge on the bottle holder so you only have to loosen two bolts. Other than that, it's SICK!  I hate being bi-polar it's awsomeMy Heroes Have Always Been Cowboys
Reply:Now that's a cart........and all that for a 180.VERY NICEMiller 252Miller Bobcat 225Lincoln MigPak 1801959 Hyster forkliftHarris OA torch
Reply:You always do top quality work there Paul. I just has to open this to see what you would come up with. As I had expected, I wasn't disappointed. Nice work..No government ever voluntarily reduces itself in size. Government programs, once launched, never disappear. Actually, a government bureau is the nearest thing to eternal life we'll ever see on this earth! Ronald Reagan
Reply:AWESOME for sure. I too was afraid to look. I think the Harbor Freight carts for migs are around $ 40.00. Let's see you have a $200.00 drawing, program machine maybe another $200.00, material $150.00, and just thinkin about it $500.00 so far. Plus you still gotta build it. Yea, that's gotta be a $2000.00 cart. You should put that in the Miller build it contest. Better yet, I would sell it to NASA so you can get your money out of it. Looking forward to the finish product.
Reply:Thanks Guys.   Got the base and the tank bracket welded up. http://all-a-cart.comWelding Cart Kits and accessories
Reply:Very cool.What kind of press are you using for the dimples?
Reply:Very nice craftsmanship.LarryMiller XMT 304 CC/CVSyncrowave 180 SDLincoln PowerMig 255XTTermalDynamics 52Lincoln 305GComlpete machine shop to back it up
Reply:Magnificent welds as always ZTMiller Maxstar 200 SDPiperliner #10 Gold
Reply:Super Cool! That must be an absolute pleasure fabing up stuff with that plasma table.
Reply:Well, just the pieces looked cool tacked together - the welding work made it look even nicer.As usual, in your case, welding is actually decorative as much as it is functional.My 16 year old is learning to tig (from me) for a high school robotics competition - he looked and said "DAMN !!" He said "I can't do that...yet."  Youthful enthusiasm inspired by quality work instead of some rapper or pro-athlete.Dave J.Beware of false knowledge; it is more dangerous than ignorance. ~George Bernard Shaw~ Syncro 350Invertec v250-sThermal Arc 161 and 300MM210DialarcTried being normal once, didn't take....I think it was a Tuesday.
Reply:Beautiful design, fab'd parts, and welds (as usual). Photography, not so good.http://www.facebook.com/LockhartMetalArthttp://www.facebook.com/pages/Grumpy...44306259043484
Reply:Show off!!!!!  Had to run those long sweet beads just to make folks drool didn't you Paul?  Looks great and I am sure the 180 will be safe and secure on it for some time  to come for sure.  As always another great looking project from ZT.Wheelchair BobI'm spending my Kids inheritance, I dont like him that much anyway!!!!!!Enuff tools to do the job, enough sense to use em.Anybody got a spare set of kidneys?  Trade?
Reply:How much for the drawings?  I can cut it out here at home with a waterjet.---No good deed goes unpunished---
Reply:Those welds look cold.  No penetration. People are goona get hurt.
Reply:Originally Posted by sqznbyVery cool.What kind of press are you using for the dimples?
Reply:Originally Posted by weldermikeThat is gonna be pretty slick bud! I was shootin from the hip and freestyling a cart last year and wanted to do something different for the bottle holder as well. Just my dumb azz opinion bud, but it would probably make life easier if you put a hinge on the bottle holder so you only have to loosen two bolts. Other than that, it's SICK!
Reply:Purty.  I think the HF carts are routinely on sale for $35.  Current web price says $50:http://www.harborfreight.com/100-lb-...art-61316.htmlI have my Lincoln MIG on one.  The Precison TIG got a custom cart, though.
Reply:You're right, the sense of accomplishment is over-rated.I threw this one in the trash and went to harbor freight. I feel better knowing that I helped pay part of the slave wages to a starving child communist. After all, it is all about the children, right?  Last edited by ZTFab; 12-06-2013 at 01:44 PM.Reason: forgot the smiley face guyhttp://all-a-cart.comWelding Cart Kits and accessories
Reply:Originally Posted by ZTFabYou're right, the sense of accomplishment is over-rated.I threw this one in the trash and went to harbor freight. I feel better knowing that I helped pay part of the slave wages to a starving child communist. After all, it is all about the children, right?Absolutely awesome starting with the drawing all the way to the welds.I would add about half a penny's worth of comment: I would cut a slot about 3/4" to 1" into the cable hangers on each side of the flat spot where the ground/lead cables rest and bend it downward about 30 deg to give the hanger a little bit of arch. Or maybe just add a small tab on either side of the flat spot. That way you won't have a hard edge that the ground/lead will rest on.
Reply:You should sell these as a kit.old Miller spectrum 625 Lincoln SP-135 T, CO2+0.025 wireMiller model 250 and WP-18V torchCraftsman 100amp AC/DC and WP-17V torchCentury 115-004 HF arc stabilizerHome made 4 transformer spot welderHome made alternator welder
Reply:ZTFab - What are you using for your dimple setup?Owner at: www.re-speed.comLike us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/respeed
Reply:Originally Posted by ZTFabYou're right, the sense of accomplishment is over-rated.I threw this one in the trash and went to harbor freight.
Reply:I never look at welding cart threads but when I seen "started by ZTFab", I had to look. Stunning as always. The sign of a master fabricator.
Reply:Originally Posted by mebuilditHow much for the drawings?  I can cut it out here at home with a waterjet.
Reply:Originally Posted by chuckholeAbsolutely awesome starting with the drawing all the way to the welds.I would add about half a penny's worth of comment: I would cut a slot about 3/4" to 1" into the cable hangers on each side of the flat spot where the ground/lead cables rest and bend it downward about 30 deg to give the hanger a little bit of arch. Or maybe just add a small tab on either side of the flat spot. That way you won't have a hard edge that the ground/lead will rest on.
Reply:Thanks for all the comments guys. Got it all mocked up. Just a few more little things then I can finish it. http://all-a-cart.comWelding Cart Kits and accessories
Reply:I'll quit drooling soon......If you don't want to stand behind our Troops, feel free to stand in front of them.
Reply:Homeboy can lay down a bead! Thats for sure
Reply:I keep looking at the pics and STILL can't find a place to put a beer!Nice design and great execution!
Reply:Fantastic as always ZTFab. I think it will take some nerve for the next guy to post their cart.A couple of dumb questions: the holes, are they just for looks or do they serve another purpose (maybe reduce weight)?Also, the lower tray, why is it hollow and not meshed or something, so that you could store something underneath?Last one, how steep is the learning curve on Solidworks?Telwin Force 165 InverterDewalt abrasive chop saw
Reply:Nice choice on the rear wheels!
Reply:Latzaman,I am not a welder by trade, only by hobby. I am in the Information Technology field and have access to all kinds of software in our 200 acre manufacturing facility. Solidworks takes a good while to learn to be able to produce a drawing as good as what ZTFab has done. And it is not at all cheap for the software license.But if you want to get your feet wet with a drawing and design program, download Google SketchUp for free and you can move on to the paid Pro version if it fits your needs. If you are leaning towards the more diverse programs such as SolidWorks or AutoCad, etc. then I would highly suggest an extension class at the local college. I did that to learn AutoCAD once upon a time. The training has served me well just interacting with all of the design engineers, drafters and our CNC programmers.
Reply:Paul, no offense meant by the HF talk, if any taken.I was looking at my MIG cart this morning and one feature I like on it is the two "junk" shelves under the shelf for the welder.  Handy for storing spools of wire, clamps, brushes, pliers, etc.  Although, it would be nice if they were mesh so they didn't collect dust/debris.
Reply:That looks great. Nice job.
Reply:Originally Posted by 7A749That's just awesome Paul.
Reply:Originally Posted by GravelI keep looking at the pics and STILL can't find a place to put a beer!Nice design and great execution!
Reply:Originally Posted by dbotosPaul, no offense meant by the HF talk, if any taken.I was looking at my MIG cart this morning and one feature I like on it is the two "junk" shelves under the shelf for the welder.  Handy for storing spools of wire, clamps, brushes, pliers, etc.  Although, it would be nice if they were mesh so they didn't collect dust/debris.
Reply:outstanding performance.  I stand amazed.  Great job. richey
Reply:That is a really cool cart. Designing and building is always fun and i agree with you on "why build it", because you darn well can. It will be stronger with more functionality.  You should be proud of your work as I am sure you are. I for sure am not at your level of fabrication or welding skills yet and most likely never will be but that still doesn't take the fun from any project i do. I'm for learning every thing i can. Really pro job and keep the picts coming they look great.Fireman BillHH 210 MVPMM 211 Spoolmate 100Lotas LTP5000D PlasmaOxy/Accet (Victor)Wards AC/DC buzz box30 ton old hyd pressA few brand name toolsA bunch of cheap toolsA wife to worry me and4 dogs to supervise me
Reply:Originally Posted by ZTFabNone taken...I was just F'ing around. A HF cart would be perfectly fine for this welder and probably even better suited for the amount of use it will (or won't) be getting. Then why build it, you ask? Well, because I can!  I have about 1/4 million dollars worth of tools/equipment in my shop and I like to use them. I like to push myself and design/build things that are beyond the standard.
Reply:Thanks guys. Seriously, I feel that anyone can learn to fabricate like me. I am self taught and have always tried to push myself rather than just settle for OK. If I can get to where I from where I started with a 110v Lincoln and a chopsaw then anybody can. She's all welded up! Just need to make the axle and put it all together.http://all-a-cart.comWelding Cart Kits and accessories
Reply:What kind of finish is it gonna get?  Please say powder...
Reply:Yes, powder coated but that will be on my buddy. I've done enough. http://all-a-cart.comWelding Cart Kits and accessories