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Post by rockjunquie on Jan 25, 2014 14:12:25 GMT -5
LOL! jamesp, that's what sons are for. He lives here, he can help.  Yeah, we can here the trucks roll up. My guys are really good, they put things inside my front porch. But, when I hear them, I usually greet them at the door. |
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Post by jamesp on Jan 25, 2014 14:40:48 GMT -5
I am sure that they are spoiled. And they spoiled you. My 3 big dogs always get in their truck.
They love the delivery guys more than us.
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Post by quartz on Jan 25, 2014 15:04:01 GMT -5
My [self] approved table making method at present is making the legs out of exhaust pipe tubing and top frame of 1 1/2 x 1 1/2 x 1/8 angle. I put a piece of angle on a diagonal across the back of the long side to prevent any wobble. Makes for a nice light table frame. My top is generally 3/4 ply w/formica top and a 1x2 edge band. I did get a low amperage wire feed to do assy., the stick welder was too much for fairly thin metal. Food for thought. Good story to follow, thanks for the coverage.
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Post by 1dave on Jan 25, 2014 15:24:37 GMT -5
I just have to figure out a way to keep my feet warm in the shed. Pansies around here wear electric socks and Mickey Mouse Boots. |
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Post by Pat on Jan 25, 2014 15:37:15 GMT -5
Pansies around here wear electric socks and Mickey Mouse Boots.
This pansy needs some electric socks and those boots! I'm the only person in the shed who gets cold feet, but not in the summer. Even the few people who are older than I do not get cold feet! The rest of me is fine. I have three heaters in there, two aimed at me. The only things that keeps my feet warm in there are fuzzy lined snow boots (heavy), and thick wool socks. I've put a layer of rubber matting on the entire walking area. That makes it more comfortable, but doesn't do anything for cold feet. There are two mats under my work bench. Today, I am moving the smallest heater to under my bench. All suggestions welcome. Warm pansies are happy pansies! 
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Post by 1dave on Jan 25, 2014 16:02:36 GMT -5
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Post by jamesp on Jan 25, 2014 18:12:31 GMT -5
My [self] approved table making method at present is making the legs out of exhaust pipe tubing and top frame of 1 1/2 x 1 1/2 x 1/8 angle. I put a piece of angle on a diagonal across the back of the long side to prevent any wobble. Makes for a nice light table frame. My top is generally 3/4 ply w/formica top and a 1x2 edge band. I did get a low amperage wire feed to do assy., the stick welder was too much for fairly thin metal. Food for thought. Good story to follow, thanks for the coverage. Larry Nothing like pipe for supports. Even thin pipe is so stable. And angle iron is the same way headed horizontal. I like it. 3/4 plywood too. You have been there done that too many times Larry. The thought of building more tables actually bores me as i have done it too many times. But once that rascal is in place the good part begins. |
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Post by connrock on Jan 26, 2014 8:03:42 GMT -5
Never gave it a thought that it gets cold in Georgia!When I think of Georgia I think of peaches and when I think of peaches I think of warm! LOL
Glad you made it to the junk yard for some goodies!Do you have heat in the shop your working on?
Hope it warms up so you can get your shop going soon!
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Post by connrock on Jan 26, 2014 8:26:06 GMT -5
Pat,, Many years ago my father-in-law bought socks and gloves to keep him warm.He suffered from cold feet and hands and could never find anything to keep him warm.He ordered socks and gloves from a magazine and when they arrived I laughed at him and his socks and gloves.I think the minimum order was for 6 pairs of each so he had plenty! One morning when I was getting ready to go ice fishing he insisted I try a pair of his thermal socks,,,so I did!I was shocked to see how warm these thin socks were and still wear them when I know I'm going to be out in the cold for a long time. They're real cheap too,,,, www.aldens.com/product/accessories/scarves,+ties+%26+gloves/nasadevelopedthermalgloves.do connrock |
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Post by jamesp on Jan 26, 2014 8:47:42 GMT -5
I just have to figure out a way to keep my feet warm in the shed. Pansies around here wear electric socks and Mickey Mouse Boots. Touche Pat. Dave are you a doodoo stirrer? My Daddy always said it is OK to be tough if you are stupid. You are a long ways from stupid but i wonder if Pat could get you. I am sensitive about cold feet too. I am not sure about Mickey Mouse boats but i'll take those heated socks as long as they aren't 110 AC. |
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Post by jamesp on Jan 26, 2014 9:11:45 GMT -5
Never gave it a thought that it gets cold in Georgia!When I think of Georgia I think of peaches and when I think of peaches I think of warm! LOL Glad you made it to the junk yard for some goodies!Do you have heat in the shop your working on? Hope it warms up so you can get your shop going soon! connrock Tom, the shop is in the basement where the wood heater is. We heat w/wood exclusive from Dec-Mar. I learned after this winter to move next to the full time wood stove. I have not let the cold slow progress too much. It is odd that when i snow bird down to my Florida camp 35F is very cold. You see palm trees and orange trees-but it is cold. It gives you a false impression. LOL. |
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Post by Tom on Jan 26, 2014 9:30:55 GMT -5
Hell Atlanta weather reminds me of a nice spring day! Come on up here for the day: www.theweathernetwork.com/weather/canada/saskatchewan/prince-albertActually the temperature is not that bad the the freaking wind is blowing like mad. This is some of the most wonderful country in the world IMO from April to Nov. but winter sucks, if I could I would come down and help you with your shop James. I hope I don't have to go out today, but its back to work tomorrow:( |
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Post by 1dave on Jan 26, 2014 10:32:59 GMT -5
After seeing the table you are moving in there, this setup would serve you better.   |
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Post by Pat on Jan 26, 2014 10:52:53 GMT -5
connrock, thanks. I'm going to get some thermal socks!
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Post by jamesp on Jan 26, 2014 11:04:34 GMT -5
It is like heaven Pat.
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Post by jamesp on Jan 26, 2014 11:07:52 GMT -5
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Post by 1dave on Jan 26, 2014 11:18:18 GMT -5
The "6P" law (Prior Planning Prevents P*** Poor Performance) Isn't much good after needs and circumstances AND better ideas arrive.
Yep, been there and haven't been able to get out yet!
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Post by jamesp on Jan 26, 2014 12:40:52 GMT -5
The "6P" law (Prior Planning Prevents P*** Poor Performance) Isn't much good after needs and circumstances AND better ideas arrive. Yep, been there and haven't been able to get out yet! Sometimes the item that seems most useless becomes the favorite. So is life |
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Post by Pat on Jan 26, 2014 15:55:55 GMT -5
jamesp sounds like you wear warm socks, too. I just ordered connrock's Alden socks. Smart people with literal cold feet wear warm socks!
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Post by jamesp on Jan 26, 2014 16:17:06 GMT -5
jamesp sounds like you wear warm socks, too. I just ordered connrock's Alden socks. Smart people with literal cold feet wear warm socks! ALLLL the blood has to go to our HUGE brains. It is a very simple formulae Pat. |
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Yeah, we can here the trucks roll up. My guys are really good, they put things inside my front porch. But, when I hear them, I usually greet them at the door. 
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