FrogPondForge Posted January 2, 2008 Author Share Posted January 2, 2008 John, There really was no plan. I kind of got the parts together and built my way out. These threads and forums are a good place to start:Yahoo! GroupsYahoo! GroupsYahoo! GroupsYahoo! GroupsHomemade CNC Torch - CNCzone.com-The Ultimate Machinist Community This forum is probably THE place to find out more xxxx:CNCZone Plasma Group Mostly plasma stuff, but the machines are essentially the same. One of the moderators there (massajamesb) got his interest from reading about my machine here:CNC Torch - Pirate4x4.Com Bulletin Board The darn torch machine aways steals the show. It is but a tool, I have many other projects (in various states of completion) out there. It always seems to come back to the torch table though. At least Tom got his forge done Good luck! MIKE Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hammerkid Posted January 2, 2008 Share Posted January 2, 2008 did uns get any pics of it fired up? what uns make for the first fire?(project) Thanks,Chris Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FrogPondForge Posted January 2, 2008 Author Share Posted January 2, 2008 Chris, yes there are some pics coming but it is COLD in the shop tonight. I'll get things organized again soon. Usually after finishing something, I have about the same amount of time cleaning up as it took to build. Tom just got home from wrestling practice, he may have more tonight (A wrestler, drummer and blacksmith....I'll bet he works up some biceps eventually). Dad is pooped. This Christmas it was a forge and house (or "run in shed" in equine parlance) for his little brother's new donkey. I could use a few more elves around here. Tom's forge was a zero dollar invested project. I like the blower (but HATE ebay), it is doubtful that he will need it for some time to come. The shop vac kicks out plenty of (free) air for now. Thanks, MIKE Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hammerkid Posted January 2, 2008 Share Posted January 2, 2008 Ok cool I love pics. My was also $0.00 besides the blower . Thanks,Chris Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GVR-4579 Posted January 3, 2008 Share Posted January 3, 2008 Sounds like its working good for you. The only reason i asked about the grate is i didnt know if your coal would fall through it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FrogPondForge Posted January 13, 2008 Author Share Posted January 13, 2008 I had a chance to work at the new forge. It was great fun. I made a few railroad spike knives to start out. I posted some pics:Page 2(Forge pics) Let me know what you think, thanks, TOM Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J W Bennett Posted January 13, 2008 Share Posted January 13, 2008 Ya need to get that anvil up of the ground. That hurts me just looking at the picture. Other than that it looks good. Be safe and enjoy. John Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
easilyconfused Posted January 13, 2008 Share Posted January 13, 2008 I agree. You're going to ruin your knees doing that, especially without kneepads Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FrogPondForge Posted January 13, 2008 Author Share Posted January 13, 2008 I was either going to build a stand for the anvil, or work on the forge. Working on the forge won out. Yes, I know I have to build and anvil stand. And I need tongs, and some hardy tools, and I need to mount the vise. All in due time. TOM Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keykeeper Posted January 14, 2008 Share Posted January 14, 2008 Wow, That is some forge you got there. Looks like you have all the fire you need. Build the stand for the anvil next, you won't regret it. Forge on...... -aaron c Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GVR-4579 Posted January 14, 2008 Share Posted January 14, 2008 Looks like you getting alot better as you go. All you really need for the anvil is a stump and use a few spikes to hold it on if you want, thats what i use! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skunkriv Posted January 14, 2008 Share Posted January 14, 2008 I agree. The "stump' you have there is a might short. Build a stand or find a taller stump. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
caver95 Posted January 14, 2008 Share Posted January 14, 2008 And Where is your eye protection:o:o Looks awsome. Nick Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sdf35 Posted January 14, 2008 Share Posted January 14, 2008 That is a nice setup. I like the large table area on it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hammerkid Posted January 14, 2008 Share Posted January 14, 2008 get ya a stump , my stump is 4ft. round!!!!!! Ya next wear safety glasses! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frosty Posted January 15, 2008 Share Posted January 15, 2008 That's a heck of a forge! Nice job all round. Frosty Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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