Landscape Rake Build

[GuglioLS]

OK here is a small update:
Finally got to do some welding on the TPH saddle mount index plate. In order for everything to line up, it was critical every part be square and true to the index plate, as well as the cylinder pin mounts and pin holes. 1-2-3 blocks were used to clamp the pin ears to the plate. If careful, no harm will come to the 123 blocks when welding.





Did you notice that 1" pin in the last three pics? The goal after welding was for that pin to slide in and out smoothly. Luckily it does, so I am please that worked out.
Larry

 

[GuglioLS]

Esther took some time out to capture a few action shots of me welding. Don't you think those sparks look cool captured in mid air like that?





Larry

 

[GuglioLS]

After the beer my welds started looking much better I took my Bosch 9" angle grinder to cut a bevel on the pivot bushing prior to welding into place. Then bolted on the arms that were bent with the "Larry-Renze" precision metal bender, those will be welded on next.





Thats it for this update. It's getting closer to mounting the plate on the tractor, finishing up the boom, attach the cylinders and rake tine mounting bar for a thorough check out. After that, I will take it apart and decide what the finish is going to be.

Larry

 

[mjncad]

Did the welding sparks affect the taste of the Warsteiner?

I swear that sand blasted metal almost looks like stone in some of the pictures due to lighting conditions.

Looking good, keep the pix coming.

 

[SkunkWerX]

Bummer, that's exactly what I have, a Karcher. Maybe it could be adapted to fit somehow? Do I see another mod in the works I've got one more huge part to blast, and I do not look forward doing that with my little gun. But will if it comes down to it.

Larry

Larry, I am not sure about adapting to the Karcher, however, I only gave it a fleeting thought. The more robust washers all use standard fittings, Karcher is proprietary.

I use one of these for blasting:

Harbor Freight 40 lb. blaster

It does a good job. I try to use slag as blasting media, whenever I can get ahold of some, great stuff. PlaySand for thinner material or surface oxidation.

My dad used on of these and was pleased with it.

But, it's not for large jobs.

 

[J_J]

Bummer, that's exactly what I have, a Karcher. Maybe it could be adapted to fit somehow? Do I see another mod in the works I've got one more huge part to blast, and I do not look forward doing that with my little gun. But will if it comes down to it.

Larry

Larry. About rusting.

As far as using the water sand blaster, after rinsing, I would spray denatured alcohol over the metal to help dry up all the water, and then spray a primer on the parts.

As far as the sand blaster not working with the Karcher, I believe it could be adapted. Some of the wands come with a plug in on the wand, and others come with a screw in attachment. I believe these will unscrew and interchange. I have both kinds, and an adapter to match up either part. Here are some adapters.

Karcher Sandblast Kit First image.


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KAR-22020 *Karcher Sandblaster kit
*Goggles included.
*Lance Length=22"
*Tube Length=10'
*Works great for cleaning barbeque grills and other general rust area around the home. $59.95 Yes

 

[3RRL]

Good thing I had my welding helmet on when I looked at your photos.
Great progress Larry. No doubt there is a lot of prep work and set up behind the scenes. That is a big project when you consider all that you're doing. Thanks for keeping us in the loop with the stories and great pictures.
I know how time consuming just that part is, and I appreciate it and I'm sure the others do too.

 

[J_J]

Those welds look right decent. Hope you don't mind if we try and copy come of your projects.

 

[J_J]

They have opened a Northern Tool store in Jacksonville, Fl. I think I am going to like that. They carry a little bit of everything.

 

[GuglioLS]

Did the welding sparks affect the taste of the Warsteiner?

I swear that sand blasted metal almost looks like stone in some of the pictures due to lighting conditions.

Looking good, keep the pix coming.

HaHaHa - Yes, after welding, the Warsteiner was Iron Fortified Now that you mention it, the metal does look like stone. Thanks for the comments.

Larry