J. Phil Thien's Projects

I would like to thank all the contributors of this topic.  I got a HF DC on sale total ~$160.  Turned it on it's side, used the Wynn filter, made the trash can baffle and now have a decent dust collector.  All of the construction ideas was from this site, except for a few minor tweeks. Works well and I am pleased.  Keep up the experimentation. 

Hi.  I am a retired Machine Shop teacher and have been woodworking for several years.  Currently looking for a new DC.  My old one is a hand me down WoodTek 1HP and I am using a Woodstock trash can lid.  Everything seems to work well but I am looking for something better.  Been reading this blog and seems that a Thien top hat or lid is in my future.  Thanks everyone for all the input on this blog for some of the best information on seperators i have seen.