What is your DIY project story?
We are interested in your DIY project story. If you purchased plans at MechanicalElements.com, then we would love to see what you built.
We are interested in your DIY project story. If you purchased plans at MechanicalElements.com, then we would love to see what you built.
Oh, I need to drill a bunch of holes, all the same, in 8 parts. What a pain! And, I need to cut these other 5 pieces all to match. What a hassle to measure, mark, and cut each one! Is there a good way to make the job easier?
So, you need to cut steel for a DIY project (like a crane or trailer). Easy, Right? What is the best, easiest, cheapest, fastest way of cutting steel? There must be dozens of ways, so, the better question might be
I grew up with a fascination for metals. My father was a woodworker, and taught me young, so I have always built stuff from wood. Yet, metal is different, and welding beats glue in the fun department any day! And Mig Welding is just one path to the fun.
The topic of trailer tires has come up a hundred times. Why can’t I use automotive tires on my trailer?
That is a fair question, so let’s explore it.
Need a hole? Many of our plans require drilled holes, so here are some Tips about drilling in metal, like steel, as well as in wood, and other materials.
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