Todays shop time.

[Xfaxman]

Hey, I am interested, not bored. Waiting for the next update :thumbsup:.

 

[dragoneggs]

Hey, I am interested, not bored. Waiting for the next update :thumbsup:.

Okay decided to not run any hot water for 24 hours and see what my little tank storage cost is running me. I burned 0.33kW or about $0.035 per day. That is with my shop hovering around 65deg to 75deg. Hot water temp measured 140degF. I think I can afford a $1/month for this luxury. I might even bump the temp just a bit... thinking 145degF or so might be ideal. I know 155degF is too hot for me and I am sure coming inside during the winter months that would hurt!

 

[Big Barn]

Okay decided to not run any hot water for 24 hours and see what my little tank storage cost is running me. I burned 0.33kW or about $0.035 per day. That is with my shop hovering around 65deg to 75deg. Hot water temp measured 140degF. I think I can afford a $1/month for this luxury. I might even bump the temp just a bit... thinking 145degF or so might be ideal. I know 155degF is too hot for me and I am sure coming inside during the winter months that would hurt!

That’s interesting and good to know. I would not have thought that!

 

[dragoneggs]

While fiddling around measuring my hot water I happened on a shop tip by accident.

I noticed my drill press table height as set was pretty close to the top of one of my tool carts. I put a level on it and it was accidentally about spot on. My drill press is in a parking space and the tool cart is also on wheels.



I now have an extension table for my drill press wherever I want!

 

[Big Barn]

While fiddling around measuring my hot water I happened on a shop tip by accident.

I noticed my drill press table height as set was pretty close to the top of one of my tool carts. I put a level on it and it was accidentally about spot on. My drill press is in a parking space and the tool cart is also on wheels.



I now have an extension table for my drill press wherever I want!

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I’m really diggin that sink setup

 

[dragoneggs]

I’m really diggin that sink setup

Thanks BB... me too. Quite efficient I am finding in both volume/function vs. footprint and energy usage. Notice how the handle on the tool cart is my towel rack?

Most things in my shop are on wheels. If I could figure out how to make my sink mobile, it would probably join the crowd! :laughing:

 

[lostcreekranch]

Thanks BB... me too. Quite efficient I am finding in both volume/function vs. footprint and energy usage. Notice how the handle on the tool cart is my towel rack?

Most things in my shop are on wheels. If I could figure out how to make my sink mobile, it would probably join the crowd! :laughing:

Nice catch on cart and DP height. . But .. what happens when you raise / lower your DP table?

Can you tell us about your sink faucet? It looks pretty handy.

 

[dragoneggs]

Nice catch on cart and DP height. . But .. what happens when you raise / lower your DP table?

Can you tell us about your sink faucet? It looks pretty handy.

Of course my cart outfeed functionality is a bit limited. Maybe I need to install a lift on my cart? :laughing: Seriously though... I have 6in of chuck travel so I have some flexibility on DP table height. Still thinking of how to implement an extension table when needed that isn't a permanent fixture.

Sink/faucet was a package ordered online at Lowe's. Everything I saw at HD and Lowe's in store was either too big or too small, and/or not deep enough and typically with a vary generous inside radius in the corners which I don't like. This sink bowl measures 22in x 17in by 9in deep with 1/2in corner radius. Also came with a wire rack that fits and stand offs the bottom with a cut out for the drain strainer. Great for soaking or drying items. The sink and faucet easily handle a 5gal bucket or larger pots. The faucet has a spray/stream toggle on the head and the hose extends/retracts for easier cleaning. I really like it. The package was $369 but the faucet alone is $199 so I figured a good deal! Maybe overkill for a shop but at this point in my life, I like doing things right and not regretting it later by settling for a halfazz solution.

https://www.lowes.com/pd/Giagni-Tra...ential-Kitchen-Sink-All-in-One-Kit/1000462533

 

[lostcreekranch]

Of course my cart outfeed functionality is a bit limited. Maybe I need to install a lift on my cart? :laughing: Seriously though... I have 6in of chuck travel so I have some flexibility on DP table height. Still thinking of how to implement an extension table when needed that isn't a permanent fixture.

Sink/faucet was a package ordered online at Lowe's. Everything I saw at HD and Lowe's in store was either too big or too small, and/or not deep enough and typically with a vary generous inside radius in the corners which I don't like. This sink bowl measures 22in x 17in by 9in deep with 1/2in corner radius. Also came with a wire rack that fits and stand offs the bottom with a cut out for the drain strainer. Great for soaking or drying items. The sink and faucet easily handle a 5gal bucket or larger pots. The faucet has a spray/stream toggle on the head and the hose extends/retracts for easier cleaning. I really like it. The package was $369 but the faucet alone is $199 so I figured a good deal! Maybe overkill for a shop but at this point in my life, I like doing things right and not regretting it later by settling for a halfazz solution.

https://www.lowes.com/pd/Giagni-Tra...ential-Kitchen-Sink-All-in-One-Kit/1000462533

Thanks for the sink info. That is a pretty good price.

If I’m drilling long parts on my woodworking drill press I use my HF 1000# lift table and HF folding stool to support part.

Harbor Freight Tools – Quality Tools at Discount Prices Since 1977

18 In. Working Platform Step Stool

I use them on my metal working drill press also.

 

[metalbender]

Not tractor stuff but shop time. Same glass co needed some adjustment knobs for a Chinese glass grinding machine. Apparently hard to get the parts from the manufacturer. Made up four.

 

[dragoneggs]

Not tractor stuff but shop time. Same glass co needed some adjustment knobs for a Chinese glass grinding machine. Apparently hard to get the parts from the manufacturer. Made up four. View attachment 659020View attachment 659021

really nice work.

 

[Big Barn]

Not tractor stuff but shop time. Same glass co needed some adjustment knobs for a Chinese glass grinding machine. Apparently hard to get the parts from the manufacturer. Made up four. View attachment 659020View attachment 659021

Beautiful!

 

[metalbender]

This stuff for the glass place has put my cowboy wok project on the "back burner" along with the fel snow blower. Wok only needs handles, watched some tube vids, looking forward to some delicious breakfasts.

 

[metalbender]

Finished up the set screw holes, power tap to the rescue

 

[dragoneggs]

Neat setup. My opinion would be add doors to minimize dust. Plus they'll look great seeing the rest of your creations do.

Okay Mike... thought about the dust and took your advice. Added the doors under the sink and now just need to fabricate some non snagging low profile handles for the doors, and also for the drawers on my drill press cabinet. I don't know about you all's luck but I can snag anything when I not trying. Wish I was as good a fisherman! And hey... there's one of my many tape measurers that never seem to be close at hand when I need one!

 

[KubotainNH]

Okay Mike... thought about the dust and took your advice. Added the doors under the sink and now just need to fabricate some non snagging low profile handles for the doors, and also for the drawers on my drill press cabinet. I don't know about you all's luck but I can snag anything when I not trying. Wish I was as good a fisherman! And hey... there's one of my many tape measurers that never seem to be close at hand when I need one!

:thumbsup: As usual it looks great. Looks like you enjoy working with wood, I prefer metal but do like the look of wood. I just don't like the finish work.

 

[dragoneggs]

:thumbsup: As usual it looks great. Looks like you enjoy working with wood, I prefer metal but do like the look of wood. I just don't like the finish work.

Thank you... I like working with both. I tend to run with one and then switch over for a change of pace and as projects dictate.

 

[Big Barn]

Okay Mike... thought about the dust and took your advice. Added the doors under the sink and now just need to fabricate some non snagging low profile handles for the doors, and also for the drawers on my drill press cabinet. I don't know about you all's luck but I can snag anything when I not trying. Wish I was as good a fisherman! And hey... there's one of my many tape measurers that never seem to be close at hand when I need one!

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You’re doing all my woodworking going forward.

 

[LS Tractor Owner]

Did these end tables a little while ago. I have a bunch of 2 1/4 inch oak, joined it up, then through the planer. I still have to make the doors, they will have metal inserts.

 

[LS Tractor Owner]

Now, if I can find the time, I want to start a land plane project. I have all the metal, just need to get it cut to size and welded up. A lot easier said than done.