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Travis Covington

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  1. Travis Covington
    I can cut one out and weld it up in less than an hour, so I would have to say it would save some cash. My first one took longer, but the next was easy. Travis
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    I have one on my demo forge out of 1/4 plate and my main forge is 3/8, in 5 years neither is showing any wear. I try not to let the fire get to low to keep from burning the metal wich is more eficient anyway. Travis
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    Tig it with nickel. Travis
  4. Travis Covington
    Keep in mind the tubing will be less likely to flex than ibeam. If you use the ibeam it will have a tendency to twist under stress, if you box it it will cure that problem. Hope this helps. Travis
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    Bob's design works verywell for me. I have one in my shop and my portable has one. The only thing I did different was to use wider flat bar so that my firepot is about 4" deep. Everyone that has used it has commented on how efficient it is. I use coal but I've been told it would also work with charcoal. Travis
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    Ray, I beleive there is a co. called Northstate Boiller they should have anything you need. I know ther is at least one or tw0 boiller co's in your area. Travis
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    Nice work Sam. Travis
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    Check out this story about a wire wheel, it will wake you up. It's about halfway down the page. Tips - Techniques & Useful Information - Safety True Storys Travis
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    raypa, Let us see where you are and someone close may can help you. I have several large pieces of cerwool myself. Travis
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    Alan, I'm glad you're home. I can tell you from experience IFI wil keep you from being bored. Take your time. Travis
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    Very nice! I'm jealous. Travis
  12. Travis Covington
    When you're in the silver shop ask for Cristina Carrison. She's also one our members and a super nice young lady. Travis
  13. Travis Covington
    At my last eye exam, the Dr. said he recomends an auto sheild to anyone welding. He said it can save years of deteriation in full time welders eye sight. And the flash protection is worth it to me. Travis
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    Go by the Blacksmith Shop in Colonial Williamsburg and look for a tall bearded young man named Nathan Walker and introduce yourself. He's one of our members and a great guy. I'm sure he can help you on the interesting things. Travis
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    M Brothers thanks for the message. I forgot I put it on here. Travis
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    CurlyGeorge, Can you tell me where your plans came from? I have a group of reenactors that want to help me buid one. Thanks Travis
  17. Travis Covington
    What are your measurements of everything, stock, swage and tools for shaping. Thanks the pictures are great. Travis
  18. Travis Covington
    Wire brush, sandpaper and paint are just a few. Travis
  19. Travis Covington
    I have about 300# of good coal and 4or5 buckets of coked down coal. Travis
  20. Travis Covington
    Jim, It's always good to see someone else from VA. Mike is right their a great group and we would also welcome you to Tidewater Blacksmith's Guild. This is a great site full of information and great people. Welcome Travis
  21. Travis Covington
    Just v it out take a nickle rod nock of the flux & sand it clean then tig it. Travis
  22. Travis Covington
    This is my new one. Travis
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    I was given a Champion 400 Blower and Forge today from an old peanut C0. The handle is broken off and it's been in several floods so I know I've got to rebuild it. The firepot is missing. It's a big forge probably 3' x 4'. The fire pot was around 12'' round. If anyone has a picture or info on a similar settup I would apreciate them. It also looks like it may have had a hinged hood or wind break. Travis "]http://
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