Big Barn’s Retirement Farm Shop
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Thanks BackRoad
My friend Bob gave me a couple of pipe caps to make mini welding tables. One for him one for me. I will need to go back later to pick up the 3/4" plate for the bases. This was a full load for my little Ford Ranger.
He gave me a couple of pieces of flat bar for the hydraulic press too..
and a couple of signs. Safety first, right?
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I need..."Potentially" Hazardous Work Location...stitched on the front of all my work clothes.
Not sure why that sign really makes me laugh
It's the ultimate disclaimer!
I liked the sign when i first saw it. Now I look at it and makes me smile too. Thanks!
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I did the math, the bigger cap is pushing 500 lbs, but I didn't account for the bolt pattern holes.
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LOL. Thanks Kyle. That was actually on my list of things to Google.
I can use my platform scale but it’s a bit of a hassle even with the forklift. I kinda value my fingers and toes.
What would the big one weigh that is still at my friend’s yard?
Not certain but let’s call it 48” diameter x 2” thick. Steel.
the old grind
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1,000 k capacity (~1 ton), ~ $100. Mine works great, has nice feature set. Limited use only for things that can be slung or hung. 
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1,000 k capacity (~1 ton), ~ $100. Mine works great, has nice feature set. Limited use only for things that can be slung or hung.
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Of course I sold my plate clamp a while back because I hardly used it
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I ordered a few pieces of steel today just to have on hand for projects.
This is what $911 worth of steel looks like ( tax and delivery included)
And this is how old farmers handle 20 foot lengths by themselves.....
This is what $911 worth of steel looks like ( tax and delivery included)
And this is how old farmers handle 20 foot lengths by themselves.....
