OriginalPancake

About 3 years ago I decided to start my 2x72 build. Life got in the way and several tracking issues with a treadmill motor I have up. Recently I said heck it and got the origin blade maker 3/4 Hp motor and vfd. Before I drill holes I want to make sure I'm doing it right.. I assume I want all the wheels aligned/ level with the drive wheel? And back from the grinder frame to establish good tension so the belt won't fall off? Thanks in advance

So, I did ask the guy and he recommended a stronger regulator (which I got) didn't use yet. I know I have ceramic wool in my forge which is coated by thick refactory. So I'm "safe"

Hi all! I quickly progressed from coal to gas in a matter of trying coal once. we dont agree. Anyrate. Disclaimer: I am 99% self taught so..I followed the plans laid out by a youtuber i made a gas forge and burners out of an old propane tank and some pipe. (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jiSgR-IJMyk) I am quite proud of myself i learned how to stick weld also. After a couple of small projects (simple tons, knife and Kukhri) im getting more comfortable really cranking the heat. I have since then got a fire brick to go inside and i stack on the backside of the forge. I am running a 30 psi regulator. Being said when i light the forge i steadly increase the gas, when i hear popping i increase it more. At one point just recently i was unable to increase my gas flow and i kept hearing the popping. A couple questions: What do i need to do to stop this? get a higher regulator? I assume my forge was too hot? I also assume if i continue to let the popping happen that is bad? Thanks in advance.