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Post by Deleted on Nov 19, 2012 19:55:03 GMT -5
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Post by paulshiroma on Nov 19, 2012 20:28:44 GMT -5
Scott -
YOU SO ROCK!!! I completely forgot about them! They're within 30 minutes driving time! Looks like I know where I'll be heading next! Thanks Buddy!!!
Paul
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The Dad_Ohs
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Post by The Dad_Ohs on Nov 19, 2012 20:48:19 GMT -5
That is a great price... wish I had something like that 3 months ago when I was sitting and waiting on TSC to open in my area... heck wish I has something like that here now... cheaper than TSC too!!
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Post by deedolce on Nov 20, 2012 3:27:15 GMT -5
Looks GREAT!! Have to let you know, nothing is more addicting then cutting into rocks, and seeing what's inside!! You did a fantastic job reburishing that saw. SO...does it have a name yet? ~Dee
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Post by Deleted on Nov 20, 2012 13:46:05 GMT -5
Scott - YOU SO ROCK!!! I completely forgot about them! They're within 30 minutes driving time! Looks like I know where I'll be heading next! Thanks Buddy!!! Paul It is my pleasure. Always ready to help out when I can.
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Post by paulshiroma on Nov 20, 2012 23:21:23 GMT -5
Ah ... name ... No, not yet although it'll probably get one from my younger son, Nathaniel. And yes, I totally agree that slabbing rocks is entertaining. Someone once described it like opening gifts on Christmas, each one is unique and different!
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Post by jspencer on Nov 21, 2012 0:56:49 GMT -5
I use mineral oil from the local grocer sold as a laxative. I look kinda funny buying 2 gallons of laxative at a time but at $12 gal. I `ll look funny. Same stuff at Walgreens would cost $40 gal. I have used it for years in my saw.
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Post by herchenx on Nov 21, 2012 11:36:58 GMT -5
Congrats Paul
Interesting open top design, I haven't seen that before.
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Post by paulshiroma on Nov 21, 2012 18:21:06 GMT -5
Hey, John. Thanks. At Stoner's suggestion, I'm going to completely enclose the hood. It'll help with the sound insulation (which is deafening right now). It'll only be a convertible for a bit longer . It does make it easy to see how much more there is to cut but it's a mite noisy.
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Post by stoner on Dec 4, 2012 17:03:32 GMT -5
You did such a remarkable job Paul, I think I'd give it the name, "Phoenix". Hey, if you're ever on a rounckhound trip to No. Calif or Oregon, or if you're traveling up this way, let me know. I hear the best place to rockhound is in my backyard!!!!!!!
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Post by paulshiroma on Dec 4, 2012 23:43:59 GMT -5
Hey, Stoner - thanks, Buddy. This was a fun project and thank you again for your advice and encouragement. Not sure where you are in the SF Bay Area but I will be up there for our annual New Years Holiday trip visiting family. My parents live in Walnut Creek so we spend a week up there, hanging out, seeing relatives, visiting the museums in the area, etc. Would be great meeting you in person!
That masonry blade cuts just fine so I'll be using it for a bit. Can't say I like the hydraulic oil but I've got five gallons of it so I'll use it until it's gone and swap back to mineral oil. I think one last add-on that I'll include is a blade guard to minimize the splash. I notice that there's enough spray/splash that it seeps out between the cover and box. Minor but irritating with the hydraulic oil.
I'll PM you with my travel plans. Again, it would be great to meet you! Paul
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Post by bothunter on Feb 14, 2013 22:52:44 GMT -5
I know this is an old thread, but being new here, I had to say "Paul, sir, excellent job" I too, hope to accomplish something like this in the future. The wealth of information in this thread, not only about the resurrection of the saw, but about the oil "choices" was extremely informative.So thanks to everyone who posted in this "old" thread. I am now looking at my thunder eggs with new inspiration. again thanks, Paul
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Post by paulshiroma on Feb 20, 2013 0:55:09 GMT -5
This turned into an educational experience for me as well, Paul. The other members of the forum gave me a lot of ideas and advice. It may sound trite but this was as much their success as mine. I don't think this project would have gone as smoothly had I not had the support of the other forum members.
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Post by stoner on Feb 20, 2013 1:13:29 GMT -5
I bet you are somewhat of an expert on the theory of how lapidary saws operate now too. By taking a saw completely apart like you did, and putting it back together, gives you an insight as to how your saw works, so when it doesn't work, trouble shooting your problem will be easier to do.
By the way, my sister lives in Walnut Creek and my brother lives in Concord. I live in San Jose, and that's only an hour away. Next time we'll meet.
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