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Post by paulshiroma on Sept 14, 2016 22:02:36 GMT -5
Don't feel bad, Tommy. I was on the list and thought I was getting tagged for something cool I did or because I'm just a super cool guy from the 70's but when I checked the post out I ended up just being part of the herd. I think I'm sinking into depression....reckon O'bama (he's Irish, ya know) would send me some O'bama money?...oops, straying off course there. Ok, now to go vote...I tell ya, that #1 is so fantastically polished and with such clarity to it that you can't even tell it's there!!!!! Hmmm..... Absolutely AWESOME! Oh wait... I need to vote for something...
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Post by paulshiroma on Sept 11, 2016 19:06:47 GMT -5
I use 303 hydraulic oil in my home made 16" saw. 1 major complaint I have is it stinks. Seems to work well otherwise. I'm well aware of all the health issues possible from using this oil, so I just let it rest a while after cutting before opening the saw. I can't comment on longevity of the oil as I've just started using it this spring and haven't slabbed anything for a few months. I believe I paid $35 for a 5 gal bucket of it at my local tractor supply. I'm gonna dig deeper locally for the horse laxative, the odor really puts me off. x2 on the above. My saw has a full cover and I also just let is spin down before opening. It does stink but I run it outside when using it. I seem to recall paying a similar price but, again, it's been several years. The oil works well for a purpose outside the original design. I don't need nearly as much as you do as my "larger" saw is only 14 inches.
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Post by paulshiroma on Sept 10, 2016 20:36:52 GMT -5
Hey, welcome to the forum. I'm not sure what the question is, though. I'm using hydraulic oil in one of my saws. I honestly don't recall what it is a the moment and I just checked in the garage and realized I'd thrown out the empty containers. Duh. I recall getting it at O'Reilly's Auto Parts store but that was several years ago and I don't remember the price. Do you really need that much (55 gallon drums)? I seem to recall purchasing about four or five gallons, which have served well for the last few years.
Paul
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Post by paulshiroma on Sept 10, 2016 20:32:11 GMT -5
Seriously awesome pieces. Nicely done!
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Post by paulshiroma on Sept 10, 2016 20:31:05 GMT -5
ditto on the above - still a beautiful stone.
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Post by paulshiroma on Sept 9, 2016 18:45:16 GMT -5
x2 on Jugglerguy comment. I pick up a few pints of whatever mineral oil is on sale at Target or Stater Bros. I have a larger saw that I use hydraulic oil in. Smelly stuff.
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Post by paulshiroma on Sept 9, 2016 18:42:48 GMT -5
Great specimen piece, Adam.
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Post by paulshiroma on Sept 9, 2016 18:16:44 GMT -5
*** APPLAUSE *** terrific set, Garage Rocker . Those came out beautifully! I may have missed it as I was looking at the pics, not the narrative but how long - start to finish - did this batch take you? Paul
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Post by paulshiroma on Sept 1, 2016 23:04:00 GMT -5
Hi! Welcome to the forum!
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Post by paulshiroma on Aug 30, 2016 23:26:46 GMT -5
Good to see you again, Steve. Been a while.
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Post by paulshiroma on Aug 30, 2016 23:11:53 GMT -5
Outstanding effort! These are beautiful pieces.
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Post by paulshiroma on Aug 29, 2016 17:22:49 GMT -5
With the shipping fee to denmark(66$) custom fee(30$)and import fee(25% of the price) + rocks itselfs, I think I'll skip this one. Would be cheaper to get a plain ticket and do a local pick up instead ;0) Ouch...
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Post by paulshiroma on Aug 29, 2016 17:21:20 GMT -5
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Post by paulshiroma on Aug 29, 2016 8:23:31 GMT -5
Great looking pieces, Todd. ... bookmarked ... may be back.
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Post by paulshiroma on Aug 29, 2016 8:22:41 GMT -5
monna0000 go for it. This is an awesome price point.
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Post by paulshiroma on Aug 28, 2016 1:02:01 GMT -5
Outstanding effort! Those came out beautifully.
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Post by paulshiroma on Aug 23, 2016 20:36:55 GMT -5
Let me show my ignorance - no alligators?
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Post by paulshiroma on Aug 23, 2016 20:30:44 GMT -5
good to meet you and welcome to the forum. One of the more experienced members can probably weigh in on the Staurolite question (and I'll be interested to learn as well). Paul
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Post by paulshiroma on Aug 23, 2016 20:17:13 GMT -5
Very nice. I'll be tagging along and watching your thread.
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Post by paulshiroma on Aug 22, 2016 23:05:10 GMT -5
Looks like a great trip! Looking forward to seeing the rocks you picked up.
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