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Post by quartz on Mar 15, 2017 22:07:08 GMT -5
That's near 3lb. bigger than the biggest I've run, watching with interest. Mine was fairly smooth to start with, still took a long time.
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Post by quartz on Mar 13, 2017 23:57:07 GMT -5
Given that the close comparative grit size runs to an overlap, once they are used up in the cycle, probably no real difference in the slurry that's left, or the result on the rock. Run either for rough, then to 120/220.
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Post by quartz on Mar 13, 2017 23:42:07 GMT -5
Thanks for the nice trip reports and pics., lots of great finds there. We appreciate the countryside and in situ pics. too, adds to overall interest.
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Post by quartz on Mar 13, 2017 23:28:19 GMT -5
I got probably the same little nozzle at Lowe's that spiceman mentioned, made it even better by drilling and tapping for a 10-24 screw with a 1/16 hole through it.
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Post by quartz on Mar 13, 2017 23:08:28 GMT -5
You're welcome . We generally have plenty of clouds to spare, always glad to share.
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Post by quartz on Mar 13, 2017 23:00:46 GMT -5
Don't like to hear that, your presence here makes our days go better, stick with it best you can.
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Post by quartz on Mar 10, 2017 23:10:13 GMT -5
My compliments on your build, nice and tidy. I like your build vs. buy attitude.
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Post by quartz on Mar 5, 2017 23:01:10 GMT -5
Always enjoy other peoples trips when we get to see both scenery and finds, you did well. Thanks.
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Post by quartz on Feb 25, 2017 22:35:35 GMT -5
I've been leaving the polish in the barrel for several years, add a little each run, never let it dry out. Sometimes it sets for months, no problems at all.
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Post by quartz on Feb 20, 2017 23:29:51 GMT -5
Ahh, shiny brass. Lots of ingenuity there, fun to make for you, fun to look at for us.
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Post by quartz on Feb 20, 2017 23:02:31 GMT -5
You got a couple big wows here, great show, thanks.
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Post by quartz on Feb 19, 2017 23:41:48 GMT -5
That's a lot of improvement considering everything has to be hand-hauled. I like the nice bright color, brightens the interior during the day.
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Post by quartz on Feb 16, 2017 23:08:15 GMT -5
That's a really slick idea using the tire chain to hang on to an otherwise very difficult part to handle. Nice slab, size and colors.
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Post by quartz on Feb 8, 2017 23:36:15 GMT -5
Thanks for putting that link up @shotgunner, nice to see someone building simple basic machines at affordable prices. I looked through the whole site, fun place to visit. He sure isn't secretive about people doing their own either, rare person.
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Post by quartz on Feb 8, 2017 0:06:45 GMT -5
Happy Birthday to you, remember 60 is the new thirty; marathon on coming weekend, be there.
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Post by quartz on Feb 5, 2017 23:16:27 GMT -5
That's a couple very nice finds, good for you.
We have a friend who was born deaf, doesn't speak, but a great reader and hand sign communicator. He has quite a rock collection that has, over the years, come from the thrift store within walking distance of his residence. Enjoyable for us to take him to a rock show, just like a kid in a candy store.
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Post by quartz on Feb 1, 2017 23:41:06 GMT -5
You're very welcome.
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Post by quartz on Jan 29, 2017 15:40:05 GMT -5
Thanks for putting this up. You stated the +'s and -'s of doing it, and I think it looks pretty nice. Good guide for all; don't give up on it.
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Post by quartz on Jan 28, 2017 23:39:33 GMT -5
I do it the other way around using air soft pellets that sink, S.G. 1+, and pull the rocks out of the slurry to wash them. Then I separate the pellets out using a wire colander. I found the pellets that float to be a major pain. Not the most fun but I like the cushioning help I get from the pellets.
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Post by quartz on Jan 28, 2017 13:10:04 GMT -5
I've used 16 grit for roughing in a 5-gallon PVC barrel for several years, breaks down well in about two weeks. Generally I run a load [50 lbs.] for two weeks, open it, add more grit [5 cups], then another two weeks before cleanout and inspection. That barrel runs 17 RPM. Some pass to 80 grit, some stay for more roughing. I've tried the 16 in an octagonal barrel that's 8" inside across the flats, 1 3/4 gallon capacity, and it doesn't break the grit down well, seems larger volume and more crushing weight is needed. The first barrel I used for roughing started out 7/16 [.437] thick and cracked after 12 years of fairly regular use, thin spot measured .110 thick. End covers lasted well, were 3/4" UHMW plastic. Per what jamesp has said, I'm going to try some in the 36 grit range to see how it compares. The damage to rocks, generally ~mohs 7 for us, isn't caused by the grit, but by the rocks banging on each other. A full run thru polish in the 2 5-gallon barrel set generally takes 11 weeks. I do have a barrel dedicated for polish.
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