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Post by Hard Rock Cafe on Nov 9, 2013 10:04:55 GMT -5
Some cabs just aren't meant to be. That is a beautiful stone and I have no doubt that you'll salvage something that most of us would be proud to have created.
Chuck
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Post by Hard Rock Cafe on Nov 8, 2013 17:21:56 GMT -5
I've heard they had some bad bowls, but had solved the problem. You might call The Rock Shed and see what their experience has been lately.
What grits do you use?
Chuck
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Post by Hard Rock Cafe on Nov 8, 2013 14:15:59 GMT -5
Sheltie: I've always just used Mel! LOL For general categorization, I've liked this: web.sahra.arizona.edu/education2/fossEH/Session1/ROCKidentification_ho.pdfThat doesn't really help you looking for specific material names. Scott: You've reminded me about a joke about a former president. Advisor: Mr. President, I regret to inform you that 3 Brazilian men died fighting in Iraq today. President (turning pale): Oh, no! That's terrible! Tell me again; how many in a brazilian? Chuck
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Post by Hard Rock Cafe on Nov 7, 2013 12:46:57 GMT -5
Yep, that's it Rockoonz, the crevice tool (except shop vac size).
Chuck
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Post by Hard Rock Cafe on Nov 7, 2013 12:29:04 GMT -5
Yeah, it's a pretty old thread. But thanks for reminding me of Don's post about mixing with water. I think I'll do that, then set it outside to freeze; I should be able to pour the oil off.
Chuck
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Post by Hard Rock Cafe on Nov 6, 2013 15:31:52 GMT -5
A lot of us use a catch basin like that. I used to use my filtering buckets as the catch basin, but now I pour the oil from the catch basin into the filtering buckets. I place hardware cloth over the top of a five gallon bucket to catch large chunks for tumbling filler. I use the 2 bucket and paper sack method of filtering. I don't bother cleaning the hose afterwards. I use a standard shop vac wand at the end, rather than cutting the hose at an angle.
Chuck
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Post by Hard Rock Cafe on Nov 6, 2013 15:23:03 GMT -5
I use Mineral Seal Oil that I buy locally from LubeTech at about $70 for 5 gallons. No odor, extremely light (to the point that I add No Smoke to keep it from misting). Sludge settles to the bottom quickly. I don't mind if I get it on my skin because whatever I can't wipe off with a paper towel seems to get absorbed with no ill effects. I'm on my 3rd bucket of it, so I've been happy with it.
I might have to see if I can find a better price on the Chevron.
Bulk Apothecary wants $27 shipping for the $54 container. Not price competitive for me.
SCBT doesn't quote shipping until after I enter payment info., so I can't verify free shipping.
Chuck
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Post by Hard Rock Cafe on Nov 5, 2013 15:30:45 GMT -5
I used to be friends with a nice gal who's pop rented his ranch for porn films... That was a wonderful site to hunt.....Mel LOL Mel!
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Post by Hard Rock Cafe on Nov 3, 2013 22:20:13 GMT -5
Dang, Shotgunner! Let me know if you want to part with a chunk.
I'm interested in the red crazy lace and the pink and red leopardskin.
Chuck
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Post by Hard Rock Cafe on Nov 3, 2013 22:11:01 GMT -5
Congrats! Lucky you!
I'd love to have more rough, but I've got so much already...
Chuck
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Post by Hard Rock Cafe on Nov 3, 2013 22:09:02 GMT -5
Glad to hear it. No sense in spending the money on ceramics to grind them away in a rotary.
Chuck
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Post by Hard Rock Cafe on Nov 3, 2013 22:05:06 GMT -5
Ah, that is a sensitive switch! Does it ever flip just from vibration of the saw running?
I have the perfect switch for you: my house was built in 1926 and must have one of the original switches left. It takes a lot of force to move and when it does, it makes contact with an audible snap.
Your second switch is a good solution, though. My saw didn't have a switch. I had to plug it in every time I wanted to run it. That got old in a hurry. I finally built a handy box with a switched outlet. Much easier!
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Post by Hard Rock Cafe on Nov 3, 2013 12:39:48 GMT -5
Yeah, I thought Graveyard Point, too.
Chuck
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Post by Hard Rock Cafe on Nov 3, 2013 12:39:07 GMT -5
How about some chain in line to that cutoff switch? It should prevent you from accidentally turning on the saw when you slide the vise back.
Chuck
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Post by Hard Rock Cafe on Nov 2, 2013 7:39:21 GMT -5
I'm happy with my 10" (qty 2) and 18" slab saws and a 6" trim saw. There are times when I wish I had something intermediate between the 10" and 18", but not enough to get another saw. I rarely find a rock bigger than I can cut on the 18" saw, but envy those who do!
I'm sorry to hear the water soluble coolant didn't work out. I was hoping to make the switch myself.
Chuck
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Post by Hard Rock Cafe on Oct 28, 2013 12:45:19 GMT -5
Wow, only 3 cuts before sharpening? I don't know when I last sharpened my 10" 303c. It's been months. I cut agate almost exclusively and have been cutting nothing but West Texas agate lately, which tends to be quite hard.
Can't wait to hear the results Shotgunner!
Chuck
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Post by Hard Rock Cafe on Oct 25, 2013 16:31:36 GMT -5
It doesn't look like any dryhead I've seen...
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Post by Hard Rock Cafe on Oct 25, 2013 12:26:25 GMT -5
I'm all for switching as long as I don't end up spending a lot of money on blades as a result.
Chuck
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Post by Hard Rock Cafe on Oct 24, 2013 18:06:27 GMT -5
I don't know, but that's some cool sh*t!
Chuck
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Post by Hard Rock Cafe on Oct 24, 2013 18:04:45 GMT -5
Steve! Where have you been?
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