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Vortilon
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 Posted: Thu Nov 16, 2006 12:26 am Post subject: some pictures, my machine |
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Thought I'd post some pictures of my machine and the parts I have made with it. One is an aircraft lens and the other a transmission shift lever cover for a Sunbeam Alpine. Both parts I had webbing difficulties with but was able to solve them.
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rockwerks
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Location: Flagstaff, AZ
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| Posted: Fri Nov 17, 2006 9:00 am Post subject: |
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that my friend is quite the machine!
Im in the process of making a smaller unit. hopefully be working by middle of the week. |
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Vortilon
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Thanks Rockwerks, the basic frame started out as a steam table I built for my cafe and then was used as a workbench at my home garage and now it has found it's true calling. Keep it simple. Be sure to post some pictures I'd love to see them.
Rick
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plasticfan
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Vortilon
What kind of (yello) tank is that under the table?
That might be a lead for those of us seeking tanks.
Great photos btw.
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harley guy
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Vortilon
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The tank is a 18,000 cu in low pressure (400psi) stainless steel O2 tank from a KC-97 airplane. I found it years ago in a scrap yard for 50 dollars. They were made in smaller sizes also and can still be found in surplus yards and scrap yards from time to time. If I had not had this tank I would have used an air compresser tank of similar size.
Rick
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crashmann
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Hah-hah, very appropriate! You're using a tank from a Stratotanker for your vacuum chamber. I love it!
And for those of you interested, 18,000 cubic inches = 77 gallons
No wonder it takes you a while to draw down for a pull, that's a lot of air!
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