Finally Finished It

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Been a nightmare getting my settings rightSo I figure I'd get started with the settings war.  Three pics, 3 settings, 2 different wires.This is a simple toggle latch.  I like to use them because they're easy to make, and work very well.This is Blue Demon wire, tap #3 (What I've run this machine at for years)This is Blue Demon wire, tap #2This is Harris Ten Gauge, tap #3The Harris runs pretty nice at this heat setting, but it's a tad too fast for me.  I prefer a slower run sometimes (old age, and poor vision).  Dropping the heat one tap allows for slower runs, but the bead becomes ropy.  Reducing wire speed craps up the wetting action.  I'm in between taps I guess.  The pricey machines have either more taps, or unlimited adjustment.  I'm ok with the machine I own, it still works, and I'm not going to go out and dump a bunch of money for cosmetic purposes.I can't really dump on the Blue Demon wire though.  It runs hot (at least this lot #), and would be good for heavier stock.  But it doesn't work well with thinner gauge stuff unless you turn the machine all the way down.  Turning the machine down too much results in unreliable arc starts, and arc outages while welding.  BUT on the good side, the Blue Demon will not clog up your tip with spatter.  The spatter forms a layer on the tip which releases while welding, and burns up in the puddle.  The Harris keeps on building crud on the tip until you either clean it off, or a huge chunk falls off in the puddle.On to the finished thingy..............."Any day above ground is a good day"http://www.farmersamm.com/
Reply:Well, here it is  It's made strictly for moving small pieces of equipment around the yard.  I've had to leave this stuff out in the weather for years because it's too awkward to move to the far side of the yard to the other container where it's dry and secure.  The dolly wheels are too small to run in the grass and dirt.  This thing solves the problemThe ramp is handy to load the stuffAnd it's made to bridge the gap between the cart and the container for a simple walk offThere's two handles for a reason.  The cart was gonna be heavy I figured, and the ground is relatively rough.  Sometimes it's easier to push, sometimes it's easier to pull the cart.The handle telescopes out of the way, or extends for use.  Simple pin arrangement.More to follow"Any day above ground is a good day"http://www.farmersamm.com/
Reply:Now that's just cool.
Reply:The pin is stored on the handle.  Some folks have cup holders, I got pin holders  In this pic you can see one of the many welds that had to be ground out and replaced when I switched wire, and still looking for the ideal setting on the stupid machine.This had to be done, I've got too much expensive stuff laying around in the rain.  Now I can put it up when I'm finished with it instead of letting the dog pee on itI figure on having to do some transmission work in the future on the big trucks, and need a way to move the things after they're out of the truck in order to load them on the 1 ton.  This'll come in handy.  And K'kins can use it when she hauls feed down to the cows, instead of having to carry it on her shoulder"Any day above ground is a good day"http://www.farmersamm.com/
Reply:Nice job!!! I wish I had the forethought or the time to scheme or dream up these inventions and some fantastic ideas!!!!!  Thanks for inspiring me!!!!!Miller Big Blue Air PakMiller 350P, Python GunHyperthermsSpool gunsMetabo GrindersWe "dooit" as a family...."a family that sleds together stays together"......from sleddin to campin to 4 wheelin to workin.....gotta enjoy life somewhere!
Reply:Sam, You must be bored. You could have gotten away with just a ramp into the container...There are no problems. There are only solutions. It's your duty to determine the right one.Hobart Handler 210Airco 225 Amp MSM Stinger
Reply:I would have put the goodies in the loader and drove it to storage. Avoid that physical stuff.
Reply:I KNEW it was a Rodeo Flyer!  Now it just needs to be painted Samm's Rodeo Flyer orange.MM200 w/Spoolmatic 1Syncrowave 180SDBobcat 225G Plus - LP/NGMUTT Suitcase WirefeederWC-1S/Spoolmatic 1HF-251D-1PakMaster 100XL '68 Red Face Code #6633 projectStar Jet 21-110Save Second Base!
Reply:That dog looks a little tired to pull that cart around."USMCPOP" First-born son: KIA  Iraq 1/26/05Syncrowave 250 w/ Coolmate 3Dialarc 250, Idealarc 250SP-175 +Firepower TIG 160S (gave the TA 161 STL to the son)Lincwelder AC180C (1952)Victor & Smith O/A torchesMiller spot welder
Reply:Originally Posted by OldendumThat dog looks a little tired to pull that cart around.
Reply:why do people who can stick weld phoque about with wire i never gonna understand
Reply:Originally Posted by weldbeadwhy do people who can stick weld phoque about with wire i never gonna understand
Reply:Originally Posted by ThorsHammerbecause it's quicker, generally cleaner, and far easier to use on thinner materials.
Reply:Neat design. Well thought out and purpose built. I like it. Are you painting it yellow?  Or did you finally use up the yellow?
Reply:Man that looks heavy...I would not want to push that up any hills...But it won't come apart no matter what you do with it.....zap!I am not completely insane..Some parts are missing Professional Driver on a closed course....Do not attempt.Just because I'm a  dumbass don't mean that you can be too.So DON'T try any of this **** l do at home.
Reply:Sambo, as ancient and decrepit as you're getting it might have been a better idea to provide for some 'real' motivating... You have to remember how Kelly had to care for you like an invalid the last time your walked down all those aisles at the feed store. Nope, you wouldn't listen to her and had to check out that second aisle.Lincoln PrecisionTig 275Miller 251Miller DialArc 250Bridgeport millHossfeld bender & diesLogan shaperJet 14 X 40 latheSouth Bend 9" 'C'Hypertherm 900Ellis 3000 band saw21"Royersford ExcelsiorTwo shops, still too many tools.
Reply:Sam, can you hook that contraption up to a 4-wheeler to cart around the heavy stuff?
Reply:What happened to the tractor with the front end loader and a strap? I've seen use those to move everything.
Reply:Cool! Nice job. Very well planned.PlasmaCam CNC cutterLathe and Band SawClamps
Reply:Unfortunately you just gave yourself more work Sir. Now that your yard is picked up you're going to have to MOW it!
Reply:Those pictures remind me of a "You might be a redneck" joke.....  Big F**king HammerJumper cables & 2 marine batteriesJaws of life
Reply:Time to turn the cattle loose in the yard.Vantage 500's LN-25's, VI-400's, cobramatics, Miller migs, synch 350 LX, Powcon inverters, XMT's, 250 Ton Acurrpress 12' brake, 1/4" 10' Atlantic shear,Koikie plasma table W/ esab plasmas. marvel & hyd-mech saws, pirrana & metal muncher punches.