R. L. Addison 299 #1 Posted January 18, 2017 @82Caddy Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Digger 66 3,488 #3 Posted January 18, 2017 X-2 ^^ 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Aldon 4,827 #4 Posted January 19, 2017 No. Like this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
R. L. Addison 299 #5 Posted January 19, 2017 4 hours ago, Ed Kennell said: 3 hours ago, Aldon said: No. Like this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rmaynard 15,633 #8 Posted January 19, 2017 Maybe @82Caddy knows what this is about?!?! Could be something to do with this: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
82Caddy 851 #11 Posted January 19, 2017 3 hours ago, rmaynard said: Maybe @82Caddy knows what this is about?!?! Could be something to do with this: Yes, this is exactly what it is. I need to post some photos for him but didn't know what thread/topic he wanted posted so I told him tag me where they belonged. I'll get those loaded shortly. 17 hours ago, R. L. Addison said: I use junk shock absorbers & struts to make some parts & projects, they are cheap and the rods are very durable, probably a good hm equivalent, and if the chrome plating does not have to be cut away, they do not rust easily. The cylinders, sometimes pistons and valving can have handy uses too. Drawbacks: chrome plating must be cut with carbide or grinding wheel, much of the valving is made on a dust-masher and may be brtttle. Care must br used when drilling to vent gas and oil must be drained before figuring out how to cut them apart. I use a pipe-cutter and lathe mostly. If you want to try this and find a better way, I would like to know because it is a messy project. I also salvaged the tops of Diesel pistons for some Photos: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JAinVA 4,623 #12 Posted January 19, 2017 I don't know where you guys come up with the ideas for all these creations.The compressor idea is genius. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
82Caddy 851 #13 Posted January 19, 2017 Sometimes using what you have on hand is better and easier then what you can buy. Not always but sometimes. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
