ChicagoDave
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Post by ChicagoDave on Jun 17, 2017 9:10:52 GMT -5
Here's my final batch of rocks (for now). I sold most of my tumbling machines (both QT-66s), but held onto my Lot-Os and still have my QT-12 (with a motor that died but is being replaced under warranty). captbob suggested throwing a sheet over everything and holding onto things in case I want to start up again later - which sounded like good advice. Standard "recipe" 46/70 SiC in my QT-66. Weekly clean outs. Pulled rocks when ready. 2 tablespoons 120/220 SiC for 2 days in Lot-O 1/2 teaspoon 500 AO + 1 tablespoon Borax for 2 days in Lot-O 1/2 teaspoon 1000 AO + 1 tablespoon Borax for 2 days in Lot-O 1/2 teaspoon Polish + 1 tablespoon Borax for 2 days in Lot-O 2 tablespoons Borax as a final burnish for 5 hours in Lot-O Group shot Unakite Kambaba Jasper Crazy Lace Some individual pictures Thanks for looking!
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Post by wigglinrocks on Jun 17, 2017 9:16:29 GMT -5
Glad ya didn't quite quit yet , super batch for our viewing pleasure .
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Post by coloradocliff on Jun 17, 2017 9:45:48 GMT -5
Here's my final batch of rocks (for now). I sold most of my tumbling machines (both QT-66s), but held onto my Lot-Os and still have my QT-12 (with a motor that died but is being replaced under warranty). captbob suggested throwing a sheet over everything and holding onto things in case I want to start up again later - which sounded like good advice. Standard "recipe" 46/70 SiC in my QT-66. Weekly clean outs. Pulled rocks when ready. 2 tablespoons 120/220 SiC for 2 days in Lot-O 1/2 teaspoon 500 AO + 1 tablespoon Borax for 2 days in Lot-O 1/2 teaspoon 1000 AO + 1 tablespoon Borax for 2 days in Lot-O 1/2 teaspoon Polish + 1 tablespoon Borax for 2 days in Lot-O 2 tablespoons Borax as a final burnish for 5 hours in Lot-O Group shot Unakite Kambaba Jasper Crazy Lace Some individual pictures Thanks for looking! You certainly have mastered the art of the tumble. That kambaba sure has a great polish. DO you have to leave it on polish longer than the others? WHats your reasoning on the borax in each load when vibing? Sure seems to work. Thanks for the recipe . Good idea putting the equipment in moth balls. Youll have a use for it someday and probably sooner than you think. Maybe tumbling cabs or another project. Your busy mind wont let you rest... grin..
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jamesp
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Post by jamesp on Jun 17, 2017 10:15:34 GMT -5
Superb tumbles Dave. Such a nice finish for so many varieties. You sure have it dialed in.
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jamesp
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Post by jamesp on Jun 17, 2017 10:18:01 GMT -5
And superb photography.
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ChicagoDave
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Post by ChicagoDave on Jun 17, 2017 11:00:19 GMT -5
coloradocliff, the Kambaba stayed in the Lot-O as long as everything else. No idea how long it was in the rotary. I pull stuff out when it's ready and keep adding new each week to make up the difference. I think the Borax is used to create a bit of slurry. When I joined here, I found the members whose tumbles I really enjoyed and just copied what they're doing. It hasn't let me down yet!
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Post by coloradocliff on Jun 17, 2017 12:13:58 GMT -5
A borax slurry sounds smart. You surely learned fast.. Good luck on the faceting but think you will quickly master that as well. KK Slurry for me. AO polish??
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ChicagoDave
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Post by ChicagoDave on Jun 17, 2017 12:23:12 GMT -5
A borax slurry sounds smart. You surely learned fast.. Good luck on the faceting but think you will quickly master that as well. KK Slurry for me. AO polish?? Yes. AO Polish from The Rock Shed
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ontherocks
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Post by ontherocks on Jun 17, 2017 14:00:00 GMT -5
That second individual pic is amazing. I am also impressed with the shine on the Kambaba jasper. I can't get that level of shine on the ones I tumbled.
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Post by Deleted on Jun 17, 2017 14:04:52 GMT -5
Wow those are beautiful. So how does the Borax help? Does it make them shinier?
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Post by orrum on Jun 17, 2017 17:47:53 GMT -5
Wow X2 those r incredible!!!
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Post by Jugglerguy on Jun 17, 2017 21:17:28 GMT -5
Wow! I love the third rock from the end and the last rock. The rest aren't too shabby either,
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Post by Garage Rocker on Jun 18, 2017 16:28:21 GMT -5
Great batch, Dave, won't try to pick a favorite. I'm impressed with the shine on the Kambaba also, that can be a tough one. Glad you are hanging onto some equipment, I have a feeling you'll be back at it someday.
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Post by coloradocliff on Jun 18, 2017 16:38:47 GMT -5
coloradocliff , the Kambaba stayed in the Lot-O as long as everything else. No idea how long it was in the rotary. I pull stuff out when it's ready and keep adding new each week to make up the difference. I think the Borax is used to create a bit of slurry. When I joined here, I found the members whose tumbles I really enjoyed and just copied what they're doing. It hasn't let me down yet! Dave, Thanks a ton load for the borax slurry recipe. My Kambaba is really shiny. Quickly too.. I will wash your truck if you pass through my town.
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rollingstone
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Post by rollingstone on Jun 18, 2017 17:36:10 GMT -5
Superb batch! No way to improve on those.
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Post by morerockspleaz on Jun 18, 2017 20:52:30 GMT -5
Outstanding group of rocks. I love all the different colors. I hope you will still keep tumbling. You tumble some amazing shiny stones.
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Post by aDave on Jun 19, 2017 0:34:07 GMT -5
Great stuff Dave. I am also impressed with your photography. Thanks very much for sharing.
Dave
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Post by Deleted on Jun 21, 2017 21:19:52 GMT -5
::Sad::
Why are you quitting? I love seeing your results! You always have nice materials.
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ChicagoDave
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Post by ChicagoDave on Jun 22, 2017 7:22:27 GMT -5
::Sad:: Why are you quitting? I love seeing your results! You always have nice materials. I've got so many tumbled rocks and no one who is interested in them other than me so they are just piling up. I thought I could "do" something with them, but I failed big time with wire wrapping. I might try using them in some kind of mosaic. I'm also planning on buying a faceting machine so I was selling some stuff to help with that expense.
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Post by Deleted on Jun 22, 2017 8:34:50 GMT -5
::Sad:: Why are you quitting? I love seeing your results! You always have nice materials. I've got so many tumbled rocks and no one who is interested in them other than me so they are just piling up. I thought I could "do" something with them, but I failed big time with wire wrapping. I might try using them in some kind of mosaic. I'm also planning on buying a faceting machine so I was selling some stuff to help with that expense. Aha! I give mine to customers so they won't pile up as fast.
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