ThomasPowers Posted September 10, 2018 Share Posted September 10, 2018 Software Engineer; my most stringent dress code requirements are those of the factory that I am supporting. Not polite to not meet the local requirements... (I'd do my Scott Adams "Bearded Balding Suspender Wearing UNIX engineer" impression but suspenders are a pain going through the Metal detectors every time I return to my cube from the floor...) When I was working in the oil patch; the requirement seemed to be MUD and Grease! (and a hard hat...) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SLAG Posted September 10, 2018 Share Posted September 10, 2018 Herr Sfeile, Has stated that, "For me, "dressing up" for work is putting on my Carhartts". SLAG agrees. They are far more comfortable than most three piece suits. SLAG. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blacksmith-450 Posted September 10, 2018 Share Posted September 10, 2018 Today, I just made the sawer's stand. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jlpservicesinc Posted September 10, 2018 Share Posted September 10, 2018 6 hours ago, Daninghram said: Did you ever have any interaction with Team O'Neil Rally school Or Tim O'Neil ? No, never had the pleasure. I have heard of them. was back in late 80's early 90's when I was into it.. The high performance parts for SAAB's was a bust. I had proven results but there just wasn't really anybody willing to pay for something out of the think box.. Most were doing it on a shoe string budget.. I did manage to pull of a rather large buy of gripper diffs with getting the Saab rally team to join in.. We imported 15 I think.. True plate clutch diff.. I still have mine. And I ended up finishing 1 straight cut hardie which was shown earlier in the thread with heat treatment etc, etc.. After finishing it I decided it wasn't wide enough and to thick so made another one.. and to better merit.. The first 1 was a down and dirty demo when i asked if anybody wanted to see something made and they said a hardie.. Anyhow here are pictures of both.. At some point I will put out a film on how to forge and steel the hardie as I filmed it.. 1st 1 is like 1.875" wide and the second is about 2.25".. I dropped it in acid to show the steeled cutting edge.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SFC Snuffy Posted September 11, 2018 Share Posted September 11, 2018 Sfeile, I always thought millwright work was fascinating. We've a couple on staff at the factory where I work; they mostly move machines, but occasionally they'll get to install something new. Given the complex skill set and pitfalls of the job, I think they're underpaid... but then, aren't we all? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daswulf Posted September 11, 2018 Share Posted September 11, 2018 Well, I started fighting the legs, and for octopus legs(tentacles) with multiple curls, I really need a game plan. They move better in the forge individually. Well after some frustration I saw a business card holder in it and went that with it. Last freaky fair people liked an octopus I used as a card holder so this oughta sell as an good card holder. To me it's a failure And a success. Learn more for the next And made something useful that I think will sell. Guessing it will hold at least 45 cards and its easy to pull one from. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MotoMike Posted September 11, 2018 Share Posted September 11, 2018 cool work Das Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daswulf Posted September 11, 2018 Share Posted September 11, 2018 Thanks Mike. On a positive note I did figure out a new creature tonight I plan to make. I call it an Oobala. It has 3 eyes and a sucker tube for a mouth much like a fly. Eh, we'll get there with details. Roughing it out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dax Hewitt Posted September 11, 2018 Share Posted September 11, 2018 The octopus looks excellent. Really creative. Looking forward to seeing the finished Oobala too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ausfire Posted September 11, 2018 Share Posted September 11, 2018 Nice work with the octopus, Das. I like the way you have filled in the gaps to give the legs a seamless appearance. I think you must have a good supply of mig wire. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daswulf Posted September 11, 2018 Share Posted September 11, 2018 I keep a backup just in case. I ran out in the middle of a project once while it was coming together so well. Won't do that again. I get the large spools and they seem to last pretty well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tkunkel Posted September 11, 2018 Share Posted September 11, 2018 Das, good work with the tentacles! I like how they are bent/twisted and joined to the body. I would put this project in the win column, no failure here. What you learned on this one with let you win bigger next time!:) Keep letting the creativity flow. The oobala looks interesting and look forward to its completion. Tom Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daswulf Posted September 11, 2018 Share Posted September 11, 2018 Thanks tkunkel. Always learn something on a project. Even if it's to Not grab a hot tentacle! Lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ThomasPowers Posted September 11, 2018 Share Posted September 11, 2018 Das If you are ever on the coast near a navy base keep your eye open for a submarine charm for a charm bracelet. It would look really good curled in a tentacle... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daswulf Posted September 11, 2018 Share Posted September 11, 2018 Haha great idea Thomas. Another thing to look for at the fleamarket or second hand store. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ThomasPowers Posted September 11, 2018 Share Posted September 11, 2018 Just don't get a gold one---No Yellow Submarines in the toils of a giant octopus! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daswulf Posted September 11, 2018 Share Posted September 11, 2018 Aye aye captain. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ThomasPowers Posted September 11, 2018 Share Posted September 11, 2018 Call me Nemo... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SLAG Posted September 11, 2018 Share Posted September 11, 2018 Das, The Oobala is fantastic. What an imagination! What an inspiring creation. When did you meet my Ex's family? Regards, SLAG. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daswulf Posted September 11, 2018 Share Posted September 11, 2018 Oh, it's just some bits laid out now. Wait till it really comes together. I'm kind of thinking maybe 4 arms? Eh, I'll figure it out as I go. Your Ex has a really strange family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daswulf Posted September 12, 2018 Share Posted September 12, 2018 Got a start on the Oobala. Sure, 4 arms. It's only tacked so far because I'm debating wings and may need to adjust the stance to suit the weight. Still have to figure the fingers out. I know what I want the (upper) hands to look, just not what I'm making them from. Yet! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mudman Posted September 12, 2018 Share Posted September 12, 2018 Daswulf, I really dig your creativity! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ausfire Posted September 12, 2018 Share Posted September 12, 2018 He's coming on well, das. I like the dome nut shoulders. Nice when you can weld the bearing eyes in from the back. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daswulf Posted September 12, 2018 Share Posted September 12, 2018 Thanks Mudman, it borders on madness lol. Aus, it is, lets the eyes look more natural. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daswulf Posted September 13, 2018 Share Posted September 13, 2018 Here is my creature. Oobala. I had more of an idea but ya know, life gets in the way. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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