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Welding Sheet Metal
12-27-2018, 01:03 PM
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Meco Torch
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zrthompson
Nice job!
I also bought a Meco from TM and absolutely love it. I felt the same about the Henrob....It just felt awkward to me although I know it is a quality tool and many love it. The Meco just felt more...
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General Discussion
09-20-2017, 07:56 PM
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Ron Fournier: RIP
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6,500
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zrthompson
Godspeed
I had the honor of meeting Ron and taking his classes a number of years ago. He was a wonderful teacher and very kind. I will always remember that experience. Godspeed!
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Announcements
01-30-2014, 08:31 PM
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Sad news about Dennis Borgwarth
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10,031
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zrthompson
God Speed
I never met Dennis, but watched many of his videos, so I feel like I did.
I am so sorry to hear the news. My sympathies to his family and friends.
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Welding Sheet Metal
11-14-2013, 09:34 PM
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Grinding Welds - Dust Control
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9,135
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zrthompson
Down Draft for Plasma and Grinding
Here is a system I built for my Plasma table. I also use it for grinding whenever I can. It is powered by a 3600 cfm belt driven fan vented direct out my back shop wall.
It works great. I had to...
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Basic questions and answers
06-23-2013, 08:54 PM
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Maybe A Retirement Wild Hair
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zrthompson
Steve, If you have limited computer/software...
Steve,
If you have limited computer/software experience, you may find it frustrating. That seems to be the source of most complaints about Plasmascam and other cnc plasma systems. Plasmacam is not...
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Basic questions and answers
06-22-2013, 08:43 PM
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Maybe A Retirement Wild Hair
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zrthompson
Plasmacam
Steve,
I have had a Plasmascam with a Hyperthem PM65 for two years now.
It has done everything I have needed with great results. I did quite a bit of research prior to buying the table and the info...
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Shop Safety
01-31-2013, 08:07 PM
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Welding fumes and ventilation
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4,798
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zrthompson
I use a small electric fume/smoke extractor and...
I use a small electric fume/smoke extractor and place the hose close to the smoke source. The hose is about 25' long and vents directly out the shop wall. It does a nice job for what it is.... I...
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Beginner Projects
12-13-2012, 07:46 PM
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Bead rolling practice
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7,346
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zrthompson
Nice job Troy....I would love to put those on my...
Nice job Troy....I would love to put those on my shop wall too.
Thanks for posting them....Great stuff.
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General Discussion
09-27-2012, 06:46 PM
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Cobra DCH 2000 welding torch
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22,010
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zrthompson
Very Reliable Torches
I have one that is 20 years old (when it was Dillon)....It works great. Ron Fournier also uses them for gas and swears by them. You will definately want to invest in the low pressure gauges too. You...
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Events
04-04-2011, 09:07 PM
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roll call for rt.56 spring event
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14,865
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zrthompson
Will be there
Zach Thompson is coming from Michigan.
Thanks
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General Discussion
03-29-2011, 06:16 PM
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Question about Woodward Fab
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7,925
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zrthompson
Been There
I have visted the Woodward Fab offices here in Michigan. They have a wide variety of products, from high-end tools to imports. I have bought a little of both from them and based my decisions on...
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Beginner Projects
03-15-2011, 07:31 PM
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Does anyone make.............
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4,676
Posted By
zrthompson
I recommend
Both Ron Fournier and David Gardener's metal shaping dvd's.
I have both and find them excellent resources...tons of info and well presented.
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Resources
01-19-2011, 08:12 PM
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Ron Fournier Workshop
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7,326
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zrthompson
Ron Fournier Workshop
I just completed Ron Fournier's three day metal forming workshop in michigan...Wow what a great experience. Ron is one talented metal shaper and excellent instructor. I learned so much that I cannot...
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Introductions
12-17-2010, 05:29 PM
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Michigan Hobbyist
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2,305
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zrthompson
Michigan Hobbyist
Hello,
I am new to this site and have found it very interesting and useful.
I am a hobbyist fabricator and car builder. My currect project is a replica of the 1966 Batmobile built on a lengthened...
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