I finally circled back to my nemesis, my take on @DnKFab triaxle truck. I wanted to make this for a friend whose son started his own trucking company and is doing very well. His Dad is really proud.
I tried several times before and failed. I thought my modifications had doomed it! Anyway, got back to it today and cut it. It’s not a very clean cut, but I did at least get a completed version with only minor defects. I had beveling and some jagged edges. Also a mystery pierce that doesn’t show up on sketch.
I am sure he would be thrilled with this version,…but I may have to try again. I hate any defects.
That was actually intentional, but you’re right, it kind of looks “incomplete” now that it’s cut out. Same with the left side of the flag… looked better in digital than steel!
I was going for a bit of artistic balance/flair by leaving both sides and top of the flag a bit incomplete. Maybe I should stick to being a metal hack and forget any idea about having the artistic gene.
My friend wanted to make coat racks using these steps from an old ladder he found on his father’s property. This project was a nightmare, but they’re done in time for Christmas. They look pretty cool, but I’m glad they’re out of my shop.
The hanger for the bird feeder is 3/16 with slots cut in the mounting plate and tabs on the main part. Plug welded from the backside. I just need to modify the program for one branch (burned through), then I should be good. 0.20" diameter holes, I was impressed with those.
The UAE sign was for a friend (name removed for privacy) who served there. First time doing letters, and they came out ok with a 1.1 tip, 16ga, Cut60. Letters are 0.6" high.
Bought a TIG cooler for our induction heater, wanted a mobile setup. A HF tool cart is perfect except bottom shelf needs a little more height. Make some upright extensions this afternoon.
Nice! I have all my plasma stuff in the 4 drawer tool cart. Was hoping to store the cutter on the bottom shelf but it was just a bit to tight… maybe I’ll copy you!
Man, I want one of the small hand held induction heaters for working on vehicles here in the rust belt, but they are too pricey. I’ve seen YouTubers making their own, but I haven’t taken the challenge…yet.
