This is my first project post here on Inventables! I used the X-Carve for some pieces of this project.
Check out my Youtube video showing the whole build!
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Really cool project. How did you find the center points on the cylinder where to drill the holes?
Hey mike, I had a board with two perpendicular lines, then I used a compass to draw a circle from that intersection the same size of the cylinder. Use the lines to square up on opposite ends.
I think that makes sense, haha.
I like that I will have to watch the video after work
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I think I got it. Thanks!
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Nice!
What kind of welding rig do you have (simple welding is one of this things I want add to my skill set)
I really like your “paint in the hole” trick to mark the matching drill holes on the cover 
Hey Aaron, thanks for watching! That welding rig is a simple as they come. Its a harbor freight 120 volt welder. http://www.harborfreight.com/90-amp-ac-120-volt-flux-cored-welder-61849.html
Its a good entry level unit for welding thinner materials… It is a wire feed, so its pretty easy to do. I was a little frustrated at first trying to get the hang of it, but i think i finally understand a little! Youtube was a good teacher!
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