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Post by 150FromFundy on May 27, 2009 20:49:50 GMT -5
I just got my UV-10 from The Rock Shed today. I am so new to this I hadn’t even seen a vibe until I opened the box, so my confidence is shaky and I have a few questions. Here is my workbench set-up. It’s about 36” to the cold concrete floor. Is there any danger of my new prized possession vibrating “walking” it’s way over the edge? This one in kind of important to me!  I have read Biker Randy’s instructions and all the responses, but am still uncertain of how “dry” the bowl should be. This is Stage 1 with 120/240 SC grit. It was a fairly large load, so I added 8 Tbsp. of grit to the bowl and started spraying. I stopped spraying when the stones were coated with grit, but there appears to be an excess of grit. The stones are rolling around in the sand, so to speak. Do I need more mist? Did I add too much grit? Is this the way it should look?  The cyclonic action of these tumblers is amazing! If it wasn’t do dang noisy with the lid off, I’d probably choose to watch the vibe over the trash on TV. Thanks in advance for your responses. 150FromFundy |
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Post by NatureNut on May 27, 2009 21:04:50 GMT -5
LOL. Can't tell you how many times a family member has snuck up on me and scared me while watching my vibe! Congratulations Fundy!
The first suggestion I have is that you should probably add more material to bring the level up to about an inch below the nut. Too light a load (weight) will cause the rocks to rattle and chip or blush. It may not be as bad in the 220 grit because that grit has more cushion, but in the prepolish and polish you'll need that level up and usually add pellets for cushion.
The second thing is that I think the amount is 4 tblsp. So, it looks like you may have double the amount. It does look moist, but a couple of squirts wouldn't hurt here. You'll need a little more water in a half hour or so and the slurry will get started. You want just to be able to see a little shine from moisture, but not totally wet.
I would keep it on the floor to be safe, but you shouldn't be in danger of bouncing. Sometimes the nuts will vibrate loose and the lid will rattle around and sometimes fall off, but that's not until you've used it enough that the nuts strip.
Looks awesome! Great pics! Your area is SO organized and clean! Jo
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coasthunterjay
starting to spend too much on rocks
Carefull ive got a gun....and a closet full of rocks
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Post by coasthunterjay on May 27, 2009 22:53:34 GMT -5
Wow this is such a good right up...thanks so much for posting this! I didnt really kow what i was suppose to be looking for and i tell yah i have a better idea know..... thanks JO....thanks fundy...maybe come tomarrow ill be able to get the grit and start mine....im so excited!
Great looking vibe....
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rockdewd
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Post by rockdewd on May 28, 2009 17:00:44 GMT -5
I nailed paint stirring sticks, free at Home Depot, down to my work bench to keep my vibes from walking around too much.
Rick
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Mudshark
fully equipped rock polisher
Diplomacy is the art of saying 'Nice doggie' until you can find a rock. Will Rogers
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Post by Mudshark on May 28, 2009 17:43:36 GMT -5
You're gonna love that vibe!! I have mine on a bench similar to yours and don't have any problems with it moving around.The rubber feet hold real good but it wouldn't hurt to put some kind of mat under it,the soft rubber stuff they sell for lining drawers works well.
Follow Biker Randy's instructions and you should get a perfect batch every time.What rocks did you start out with?I just started a load of Granite in one of my 15 lb rotaries but after reading one of your posts I think some of it might be Rhyolite.Be sure to post pics of your progress,I cant wait to see how they turn out.
Mike
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Post by Bikerrandy on May 29, 2009 9:54:15 GMT -5
Congrats! Like Jo said, looks like you may have double the amount of grit. Also, that's too dry. They should look almost like they're tumbling in a thin coat of mud (but not too thin). The rocks should have just enough grit that you won't see any color of the rocks, only the color of grit...with no clumping. Best of luck on your progress, sorry it took me so long to notice this thread.
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