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TetraHyC

TetraHyC

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I don't know if this movie is going to upload ??

Nope, security token missing or mismatched, WTF, same camera,card, software. Who knows ?? the pic uploads but not the movie.

Anyway, a preme gave its life in the line of duty, holding the camera in my right hand trying to film it, using left to move the plant, vac hose between the legs, it took about 10-15 sec to shave this girl.
 

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Patricia

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TetraHyC said:
Anyway, a preme gave its life in the line of duty, holding the camera in my right hand trying to film it, using left to move the plant, vac hose between the legs, it took about 10-15 sec to shave this girl.
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That someone had a camera on you. I would have loved to have seen that! :mrgreen:
 
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I think I'll have time to play with my trimmer tomorrow, I want to make a longer head to take advantage of the full length of the blade, the mock-up head was made out of a scrap I had laying around thats why its so short.

I need to find a small vac and small 1/2 drill, maybe another kind of motor, I don't need the power of a 1/2in drill to cut leafage.
 
mared juwan

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That's so cool that it works. I think a smaller drill is the only thing that could be a good motor. Sure a buffer/polisher like for cars would be slower but how would you attach the bit?
 
Patricia

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TetraHyC said:
I think I'll have time to play with my trimmer tomorrow, I want to make a longer head to take advantage of the full length of the blade, the mock-up head was made out of a scrap I had laying around thats why its so short.

I need to find a small vac and small 1/2 drill, maybe another kind of motor, I don't need the power of a 1/2in drill to cut leafage.
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I'm sure you've seen what I'm talking about. It looks like a oil popcorn maker. That one looks cool. You just put the stuff in there, turn the handle a few times and beautiful buds and lovely other stuff. You men build the space ships good. :joint:
 
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Changed to PVC, found a 1 1/2-1 1/4 reduction bushing I think will work better for the rear bearing I don't think they make one for ABS,IDK.

The PVC will be easier to work,I'm using hand tools, hacksaw, file, sandpaper, #11 ezacto

Hey BBB, could I borrow your laser cutter ??
 
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What else do bored stoners do, that hate trimming.:neutral:

The front end bearing is in a cut down 11/2-11/4 reduction bushing, then that is placed in the cut down end cap.

Cut some nipples.

Cut the pipe for the bed, just deep, then you can bring it up to exactly where you want it with hot glue later.

I'll do some more work later.

I remembered that I have one of those little hand-held Dirt Devils, I can take the belt off, it has a place for a hose, not too loud, not to big, a fresh bag each time, going to have to dig for it.
 

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You could make an Aardvark using a Dermel with a flex shaft, just have to come up with a head.
 
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The bed looks pretty cheesy, it will get a redo after the first run.

Strapped the shit out it to a piece of ply with foam packing under it for sound, vibration dampening.

The blade and slot meet nicely, its like a continuous scissor, thats the only reason I used it, its what is called a paper tearing ruler(whats left of it).

Action is free, just a little stiffness in the new bearings.

I'm going to put a two gallon bucket between the vac and the trimmer to catch the trim in, most of it will stay in the bucket, I'm sure some will make it to the bag.

Anybody have a marijuana plant ??:twisted:

What did people do in the olden days ?? Made it themselves !!:mrgreen:

I'll look for a branch or straggler, later at lights on.
 

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Patricia

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TetraHyC said:
The bed looks pretty cheesy, it will get a redo after the first run.

Strapped the shit out it to a piece of ply with foam packing under it for sound, vibration dampening.

The blade and slot meet nicely, its like a continuous scissor, thats the only reason I used it, its what is called a paper tearing ruler(whats left of it).

Action is free, just a little stiffness in the new bearings.

I'm going to put a two gallon bucket between the vac and the trimmer to catch the trim in, most of it will stay in the bucket, I'm sure some will make it to the bag.

Anybody have a marijuana plant ??:twisted:

What did people do in the olden days ?? Made it themselves !!:mrgreen:

I'll look for a branch or straggler, later at lights on.
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I am soooo glad there are guy bored stoners to do this stuff, because all I hear is bla bla bla bla trimmer bla bla. But i am very impressed and hope to benefit from all of the he man building stuff. very cool.
 
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Look at this straggly branch.

The little vac is not strong enough, the "stinger" at home depot looks good $30.

Hooked it up to the upright again, works well, the slot is a little thin to take the larger petiole in, thats ok I'm more worried about taking the sugar leaves off, I don't mind whacking off the big stuff.

Anyway going to rework the bed plate later, I'd love to make it adjustable, with one of those razor floor scraper blades the flooring and tile guys use.
 

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Patricia said:
I am soooo glad there are guy bored stoners to do this stuff, because all I hear is bla bla bla bla trimmer bla bla. But i am very impressed and hope to benefit from all of the he man building stuff. very cool.
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Designing and building something is one of the most rewarding things you can do. It is what I hope to do for a living pretty soon here. Little projects like this are what sparked my interest in engineering. Way to go, Tetra! That trimmer looks like it gets down to business!
 
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mared juwan said:
Designing and building something is one of the most rewarding things you can do. It is what I hope to do for a living pretty soon here. Little projects like this are what sparked my interest in engineering. Way to go, Tetra! That trimmer looks like it gets down to business!
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So, Tetra, any hope of your invention with have the bugs worked out by August? :joint:

Love, peace and cannabis
 
Patricia

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mared juwan said:
Designing and building something is one of the most rewarding things you can do. It is what I hope to do for a living pretty soon here. Little projects like this are what sparked my interest in engineering. Way to go, Tetra! That trimmer looks like it gets down to business!
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happy for you. I understand and respect the rewards and fullfillment from the process. I just have a very different kind of process going on. Believe me, I am inventing and creating, just not with machines right now. But, I hear you, man. :joint:
 
mared juwan

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Patricia said:
happy for you. I understand and respect the rewards and fullfillment from the process. I just have a very different kind of process going on. Believe me, I am inventing and creating, just not with machines right now. But, I hear you, man. :joint:
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For sure. I didn't mean what I said in an argumentative way. Sorry if that's how it came across. I know Tetra has been working on his CFL setup but I can't wait to see the final trimmer so I can, ahem, borrow some ideas.

:peace:, love, and bong rips to everyone
 
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mared juwan

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martian said:
You can try a restaurant equipment fabricator or maybe an HVAC shop.
Hope this helps.
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A muffler repair shop should be able to help. But you'll want to go to a big chain like Midas. They have all the fancy equipment like plasma cutters. You need a plasma cutter.
 
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