I’d guess the crucible was defective to begin with or possibly cracked sometime between the factory and the furnace. You appear to have handled it...
Welcome. I've at least been to Grand Haven, but not lately. Pete
If none of your kit instructions says which wire goes to which spade on the connector, just google k-type pyrometer and you'll easily find the...
It's probably die cast zamack. It melts about 750f. You wouldnt get zinc fumes at aluminum temps I dont think.
I second that! Pete
Nice update Omaha. I got my eye candy for the day. I’m not a wax guy but I do work with everdur in sand. Some of the more experienced guys will...
Welcome. Your surface finish looks pretty decent for greensand. Yes, maybe a bit dry. Where the sand pull at the top of the tang(?) in your...
I like the prefabricated tuyere. Even in a monolithic build it would save some steps. I can't remember if I used PVC or steel but I cut a slit in...
Welcome to the forum. You'll find the help and friendly input you're looking for here (as long as we stick to our primary purpose). Absolutely...
Welcome. You'll fit right in. We love pictures. Pete
I found myself correcting him on details at several points through the video but... in the end, he got it done. One thing I will say about my...
I use a metal cutting bandsaw like this one [ATTACH] I use it more than any other tool in my shop hands down. Horizontal or vertical depending on...
Lucky ducks. Breaking pallets is unglamorous work! Pete
Yup. Just like that! Pete
Make it 30 minutes and sell it as a meditation video. Someone will buy it.
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