Some concrete action today..
Before
After
Pretty dang lucky the form didn’t blow out. Captain dumb-chit here failed to cross brace the bottom. Needless to say, you can see how it bowed…[emoji849] I find it amazing how you find your error weeks later after it goes into play and not able to do a thing about it. Other than give it your best “oh-chit!!! [emoji1695][emoji1695][emoji1695][emoji1695][emoji1695]” face.
Ok class, next week we will review how to build proper forms….[emoji849][emoji849]
Bottom step and drain in place.
Onto the tool review.
After blowing out a new bag every time I used the grinder, yielding this…..
I had to find a better solution since I spend a small fortune on replacement bags and filters. A buddy told me about the DustStopper and I will admit, it sounded gimmicky, like Shamwow gimmicky. I was wrong, very wrong, this thing is the bomb and it actually works!!! I’m using Gen-1 and now HD sells the updated design. It separates the fines and debris before reaching the shop-vac. If you work with wood, grind blocks or any other task requiring you to use the vacuum for dust control, give this a try. No, I have no affiliation with the company, just a humble DIY shmoe.
Debris trapped after two steps were ground with a 7” grinder
And the filter and bag after grinding…. If you recall, the previous session yielded a blown bag and a packed filter.
I’m sold!!! They are a little spendy for what it is, and you still need a 5 gal bucket. My buddy bought this a few years ago, paid $20 and never used it. That’s how I ended up trying it out.
Stay calm and DIY on.
Cheers
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