My homemade Lot-O Tumbler Built For $110

[herb]

I can access the 1st pic and the video, but for the 2nd pic I get a msg I need to request access.

Mar 21, 2024 12:24:12 GMT -5 southernlakehuronguy said:

Ok. First image shows another modification. Had to apply downward pressure on the barrel to get a good rotation, video shows that. 2nd image shows finished results. The picture doesn't show their true beauty, it is a really bad photo. I'm happy with the results.

image1 video1 image2

[wickedpebbles]

Mar 19, 2024 9:31:21 GMT -5 southernlakehuronguy said:

Well I built one! I wasn't happy with the painter bucket design. It was a P.I.T.A. wrapping barrel with the shelf liner material, then I had to cram it in there to get any mediocre rotation. So, back to Lowes with tape measure to find something better. I found a 6" to 4" PVC reducer that has a nice tapered seat that cradles the barrel nicely. First polish run will be done Thursday. Hope this helps anyone.

The lining was just a day one solution. I glued a ring of rubber inside the bucket and the barrel just drops in. The fit is tight, and secure. Much faster rock rotation 

[oblina]

Just super impressed with your creativity and sharing your creation via YouTube.  I was able to procure a reasonably priced Lot O tumbler single barrel from arrowhead lapidary supply.  Sure do appreciate the parts list too.

[Fossilman]

Awesome build! I got lucky and found a double Lot-O at Shawns in SD a few years ago. It still sits in the box... But it's here..
Let us know the test results on the material it does..