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    Cheap blow torch

    Ckeck out on Ebay the auctions for ALCOHOL powered mini blow torches. I would not try any gasoline powered antique. Lenk and Jim Dandy made small torches in the 20-30's that run on denatured alcohol. They have no moving parts, easy to get working and really do work. I have a few and have melted...
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    Magnetic sheets for printing

    I found at a local Ben Franklin store, magnetic sheets that can be printed on in a ink jet or laser printer. Easily cut with knife or scissors. I use the for charts, gauges, etc. Clear coat them with Krylon when done and stick them on any ferrous metal. I use them on my tool box, lathe and mill...
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    Hello from new old guy

    Hello to all from Henrico VA. I am a retired electronics design engineer. Worked in R&D for years and spent my lunch hours, and after work in the model shop learning how to run the machines. When I retired I had a shop built. Nothing spectacular, but fairly well equiped. I build tether cars...
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    Quick mini V-block

    Sorry, I'm not in a position to do photos,,,yet. Thats on the list.
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    Quick mini V-block

    If you need a mini v-block for drilling holes, here is a quick , cheap solution. Any scrap 90 degree angle material will do. Cut 3 pieces to equal lengths. Position them on a level surface with the center one V up. The other 2 go 1 on each side of the V to form a M. I pop rivet mine together...
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