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Title: My Version
Post by: boisejim on October 01, 2008, 07:02:27 PM

Hey, here is some pictures of mine. I just completed it. I haven't tried it yet but I'm sure it will work just fine!

http://i51.photobucket.com/albums/f378/AIRSICK_bug/woodworking/Cycl_01.jpg (http://i51.photobucket.com/albums/f378/AIRSICK_bug/woodworking/Cycl_01.jpg)

http://i51.photobucket.com/albums/f378/AIRSICK_bug/woodworking/Cycl_inpt.jpg (http://i51.photobucket.com/albums/f378/AIRSICK_bug/woodworking/Cycl_inpt.jpg)

http://i51.photobucket.com/albums/f378/AIRSICK_bug/woodworking/Cycl_insd.jpg (http://i51.photobucket.com/albums/f378/AIRSICK_bug/woodworking/Cycl_insd.jpg)

Title: Re: My Version
Post by: phil (admin) on October 01, 2008, 08:28:20 PM

That is an excellent adaptation because it eliminates one elbow. Nice job, let us know how it works.

BTW, the top should have a short outlet tube extending below it. I can't tell from your photo if you have one or not. If it seems like lots of fines or even chips are getting by it, then add a short outlet tube (I just use a PVC coupler).

Title: Re: My Version
Post by: boisejim on October 01, 2008, 09:05:01 PM

Thanks. Yes, I have about 2.5 inches of pipe below the top.

Thank you for such a great idea! I also used your template for cutting the circles, another great gift! Thank you so much!

I have the Vac in a small room behind the shop. I need to clean it up and remove an old drop out box that I built years ago. Then I will be able to install it and try it out. I have already installed an 8" vent to the outside and hooked up the collector so it blows directly outside.

Title: Re: My Version
Post by: tntdes on October 02, 2008, 03:26:45 PM

Nice job BoiseJim!

I have been thinking about building a very similar design.

What type of adhesive did you use to attach the inlet to the drum? I can't tell from the pic but I assume you used screws as well.

-Todd

Title: Re: My Version
Post by: boisejim on October 02, 2008, 04:10:26 PM

Thanks,

Yes, I used clear silicone and flat head wood screws.

Title: Re: My Version
Post by: rsquest on October 03, 2008, 09:21:26 AM

Where did you get the steel drum?

Title: Re: My Version
Post by: boisejim on October 03, 2008, 10:15:55 AM

I live in Boise Idaho and we have a farm supply store here called D&B Supply. The drum was used to transport horseradish (what a smell).

They are selling them for $16.00 with the lid and closer. Not bad since a 30 gal garbage can is about $30.00.

Title: Re: My Version
Post by: boisejim on October 05, 2008, 05:10:30 PM

I got it hooked up and running today. It works GREAT!

I seem to have lost a little suction but it does it's job great.

THANKS Phil!

Title: Re: My Version
Post by: dbhost on October 06, 2008, 10:56:51 AM

Sweet setup!

Now for the bigger question. Where's the pics of that car? That looks like one sweet ride!

Title: Re: My Version
Post by: boisejim on October 06, 2008, 11:46:49 AM

Hey, Thanks!

Ah, cars, my second great passion...........

1938 Plymouth Coupe:
http://i51.photobucket.com/albums/f378/AIRSICK_bug/Plymouth/IMG_1505.jpg (http://i51.photobucket.com/albums/f378/AIRSICK_bug/Plymouth/IMG_1505.jpg)

1969 VW Germanlooker:
http://i51.photobucket.com/albums/f378/AIRSICK_bug/Airsick/P1010936.jpg (http://i51.photobucket.com/albums/f378/AIRSICK_bug/Airsick/P1010936.jpg)

If you like the VW here is a link to a Video on youtube:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D8rbYPLr638 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D8rbYPLr638)

J. Phil Thien's Projects

General Category => Thien Cyclone Separator Lid Discussion => Topic started by: boisejim on October 01, 2008, 07:02:27 PM