Angle grinder

Fitting the Main Cylinder

Fitting the Main Cylinder

I really reccomend you watch the instructional video: Sketchup Model You need to fit the cylinder into the frame so that when it is fully extended, the press foot is in the correct spot to eject the brick. You will need to torch holes in the horizontals for the pin which goes thru the cylinder, […]

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Hydraulic Espresso Tamper

Hydraulic Espresso Tamper

Godshot. That’s the elusive goal of espresso fanatics everywhere. Thick with micro-bubble crema and a velvety mouth-feel, and packing explosive flavor, the godshot is pulled too infrequently for my liking. A perfect shot of espresso is the product of many variables, so anything I can do to lock in one of those variables is a […]

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Adult Soapbox Kart

Adult Soapbox Kart

This guide will teach you the basic design aspects you’ll need to consider in order to make yourself a road-worthy gravity-powered vehicle. Full suspension on go-kart wheels, driver restraints, a rigid frame with roll bar, and balanced drum brakes are features of the example kart I’ve built. It weighs in at under 100lb. Full Photoset […]

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