Project Farm & Shop

[Dan_69GTX]

Back in the late 80's - early 90s when I lived in the Phoenix Area, I was lucky to get 3 years from a battery. Never had AGM batteries there - not sure if they were even available. Of course, as stated, application needs to be considered. With how fast AGM batteries recharge I'll look for them next time in the camper. We dry camp and use the generator to recharge when needed. Less use of the gen would be nice.

 

[CBari]

JUST released...Project Farm tests and compares Cordless Grease guns...

Sad to say that it looks like the Milwaulkee bests my Dewalt in both pressure and volume--

I bought one of the Milwaulkee guns about two years ago for use on the farm. I will say one of two things are now occurring. 1) I wasn't greasing things enough before, or 2) I am over greasing things now. I went from using maybe 1 case of grease a year to I am now using two to 3 cases a year on the same equipment. I still have a couple of manual units sitting around that I keep special mixes in but for the most part this has made life great.

 

[seafish]

I bought one of the Milwaulkee guns about two years ago for use on the farm. I will say one of two things are now occurring. 1) I wasn't greasing things enough before, or 2) I am over greasing things now. I went from using maybe 1 case of grease a year to I am now using two to 3 cases a year on the same equipment. I still have a couple of manual units sitting around that I keep special mixes in but for the most part this has made life great.

LOL...Grease is my friend so I ALSO tend to over grease equipment fittings... at least the non sealed ones !!!

And THAT is why I REALLY like the fact that with the Milwaulkee grease gun you can choose and adjust the amount of grease dispensed with each set of trigger pulls!!

It seems like an excellent idea !!!

How does that feature work for you ??

 

[CBari]

LOL...Grease is my friend so I ALSO tend to over grease equipment fittings... at least the non sealed ones !!!

And THAT is why I REALLY like the fact that with the Milwaulkee grease gun you can choose and adjust the amount of grease dispensed with each set of trigger pulls!!

It seems like an excellent idea !!!

How does that feature work for you ??

Not real well as I never think about using it, I go from greasing front end loaders to greasing hay balers and I tend to not think about it. I have learned to count the pumps and only put X amount in each zerk. My biggest issue has been keeping it on some zerks recently bought a lock and lube fitting hope that helps me some.

 

[seafish]

This video compares various step drill bits by cost, performsnce and durability by drilling into 3 different hardness plare steel.

 

[HPSimpson]

This video compares various step drill bits by cost, performance and durability by drilling into 3 different hardness plate steel.

Seafish really does a great job shows the good and bad of some of the products, earns his money the old fashion way!

 

[seafish]

Happy Holidays!!!

Project Farm presents a year end summary and round up of his favorite best shop tools and accessories as revealed by his testing during 2020--

 

[seafish]

Happy New Year ...

It did not even occur to me that not all thread lockers would not have more or less have equal abilities --



That said, I have always used high strength RED thread locker for most everything in the shop with no problem and here is Project Farms test video of red threadlockers.

 

[crispyboy]

I have really come to enjoy watching Project Farm. He did a fun video of the Farmabego and my belly hurts from laughing so hard. The blown mufflers and exhaust pipes were awesome.

 

[seafish]

^^^That's pretty hilarious...you gotta love his attitude!!!

 

[Wiredawg]

I like redneck engineering... I pride myself on being a pretty good one.

 

[seafish]

JUST released ...interesting results in which chainsaw chain sharpener works best (ie quickest work to get the fastest cut)

 

[crispyboy]

I also found that video very interesting. I am still using a Nielson electric grinder by dad bought in the 70's. I have also sharpened by hand just so I understand what is involved in sharpening a chain. I found the dremel is great for shaving down the depth gauges.

 

[JR]

I also found that video very interesting. I am still using a Nielson electric grinder by dad bought in the 70's. I have also sharpened by hand just so I understand what is involved in sharpening a chain. I found the dremel is great for shaving down the depth gauges.

I cut around 15 chords a year plus whatever clean up needs done and I file all my chains by hand with the exception of the rakers. The trick is filing often enough that only a couple of passes per tooth is required to keep the chain sharp. It only takes a few minutes.

 

[seafish]

Project Farm just released this BOOT testing video.

Just like Tim, I have always preferred Keen boots and shoes for comfort and safety.

Course you gots to pay for 'em, but since they are the ONLY feet I'll ever have and they keep me workin all day, it's a no brainer for me to pay for the Keens.

 

[HPSimpson]

Like you Seafish, I like Keen boots.

 

[crispyboy]

I have purchased Red Wing work boots for years. Very comfortable, durable and made in USA. I tried a cheaper boot one time and all I got was an uncomfortable cheap boot that lasted 2 months....
I also treated myself to a custom made boot one time. Whites Boots. Darn pricey but fit like no other.
My company paid for half and I paid for the other half. These are truly the toughest boot I have ever had and have yet to wear them out. I did have them resoled one time.
https://whitesboots.com/rancher/farmer/rancher/

https://www.redwingshoes.com/work/mens/boots/SuperSole-02233.html?cgid=mens-work-boots

#ad

 

[seafish]

Most of us probably know this already, but in terms of rust conversion and protection, Tim at Project Farm proves that POR15 easily comes out on top, though for a quick and inexpensive spray fix, Rustoleum Rust Reformer does OK.

 

[Dan_69GTX]

Most of us probably know this already, but in terms of rust conversion and protection, Tim at Project Farm proves that POR15 easily comes out on top, though for a quick and inexpensive spray fix, Rustoleum Rust Reformer does OK.

Interesting - I'll have to watch that. From my experience with por 15 I'll never use it again.

On a 57 Plymouth I was restoring I used their products on the frame/chassis - followed all the directions to the letter - metal ready, primer and top coat (chassis black). About a year later - the top coat started to peal off. I was NOT happy. Called and asked about it - their response - I didn't follow their directions because no way would it do that. hmmmm sure.... Of all the times I painted stuff, I always didn't do it exactly correct - sure - NOT!! OK - maybe if it pealed just on the upper/lower control arms - maybe- but it was pealing everywhere and I didn't screw up that many times.

I used their silver on the inside of the bumpers - had rust spots forming.

If anyone has had good luck with them - I'd like to know. I found out a local restoration shop here will never use their stuff again. They have produced cars that have won National awards. Even did work for the Pettys (yea - those racing folks).

 

[seafish]

Sorry to hear about your experience.

That said, I imagine that a full restoration shop, particularly an award winning one, would neither want or need to use a product like POR15 as they should be stripping down to bare metal and repainting from there. That is a VERY different process then those of us who are looking for a more convenient solution to rust.

just my .02