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    I thought the hose pulling on the air pump portion of the new ram was going to be a problem area down the road so I installed 1/8" thick rubber between it and the ram body(green circle) and loose/tight hose clamped them together to remove motion and stress on the one coupler holding the pump on the base.

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    On 4/20/2019 at 9:28 AM, maxdaddy said:

    Nice!  

    Please post some pictures of it when you get it all setup in the final configuration as well. I've got my mind set on doing something similar and would love to see more of your build.

    I removed the two springs on new ram that were connected to a metal piece that pulled on the cylinder. Here are the mounting screws in their new home. I kept the threaded holes on the press plate intact and drilled the base of the new ram to match. I also bought 6" eye-bolts to connect the new ram since the height was 2" taller than original ram.

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    On 4/10/2019 at 8:11 AM, Matt S said:

    That looks fantastic. Not sure if I'd call it historical reenactment strictly speaking, more SCA/LARP/fantasy, but a really nice piece. Is it made for someone specific, and if so is she happy with it?

    How does one go about fitting/sizing such a thing? Is it an off-the-peg sizing system or, like a good corset, more of a custom fit per individual?

    I actually just sold this. I measured the customer and  lengthened accordingly. She loves it!

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    On 4/1/2019 at 10:19 AM, kgg said:

    Putting a wire screen over any opening to prevent the unwanted (bugs/birds/rodents/snakes) is always a good idea. I put wire screen over the propane intake and exhaust pipes as well after my friend had too have some expensive repairs done to their week old propane water tank. Squirrels travelled into the exhaust motor through the outside piping, destroying both the motor and squirrel. Repair obviously not covered under warranty.

    kgg

    Squirrels come with a warranty?

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    On 3/20/2019 at 9:11 AM, sonataworks said:

    - do you have any suggestions on a good sprayer? I have plenty of compressors, but not sure about a good kit.

    I personally use an Iwata Eclipse HP-CS Gravity Feed Dual Action Airbrush. My compressor is just the Harbor Freight model. I installed a second regulator on it to get low pressure spatter for antiquing.

    Antiquing is the only time I reduce any dyes at all. I use dyes full strength for any other leather and then add multiple coats to darken the color. This is achieved by learning the proper distance from the item being painted and how well the dye penetrates. Always spray onto leather that has been moistened with water first as this helps with penetration.

    Hope some or all of this helps.

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    On 9/25/2007 at 9:49 PM, bruce johnson said:

    I ordered her some dies, and they arrived just before Feb 14th. Guys, clicker dies for your wife are not the most appreciated Valentine's Day gift. Any gift you give her later seems like an afterthought. Seemed like it would be funny at the time.....

    I think it's hella funny....

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    On 3/13/2019 at 12:36 AM, Dwight said:

    They long ago rejected any "big time" lacing or hand sewing projects.

    What will you be doing when you wear that?

    Is the "they" the doctors?

    This is for sale. I won't be wearing it but for one lucky customer he may fight in SCA and LARP battles or look really awesome at a renaissance fair.

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