OSINAF - Ghetto forge build-along
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Just a couple of months late but this is the "long awaited" MK2 version of my ghetto forge
I had intended on using an oil drum for the base of the construction but when it came to it the scrap yard didn't have any. So I found a decent sized drawer from a metal filing cabinet.
Add some flimsy legs made from rebar. - I was planning on using the new welder to fit these, then weld some supports around the base to make it more sturdy, but it proved to be a PITA, so I just bolted the legs on which was a bit easier.
All this needs to be is a container to hold a reasonable amount of fuel. It doesn't need to be anything serious. you could do it in a metal bucket if you really wanted. But just make sure it's not galvanised.
I used the bricks from the mk1 version to line the base of the drawer. I needed to cut these down slightly to fit in the box, I didn't want to ruin a good saw, so I bought a cheap one for the job. - I really recommend you do this if any of you use these bricks to build a forge, they will cut fine. but your saw will me knackered. - the one I used is utterly blunt now.
Finally I cut two large openings in either side to allow me to work long stock.
As it turns out I made these a little too large and a little too deep in the box. But luckily I kept the offcuts so I can stick them in and adjust accordingly.
Finally a shot of me about to fire it up.
You can see the forge up and running in this thread
http://www.bushcraftuk.com/forum/showthread.php?t=105723
I need to make something to hold my hair drier in place - its pretty basic just now.
The forge is just another one to get me going at the new house. Ultimately I'd like to replace it once more with something a bit more serious, but as it stands this forge is running well, and it's not going to fall apart any time soon. Total cost has been less than £30 to build.
I was using coke to fuel it but the local supply is awful stuff, I'm hoping to find a better supply or I'll go back to using charcoal.
you can see this and more on my blog
http://andrewmckenziefeatherforge.blogspot.co.uk/
Cheers
Andy
I had intended on using an oil drum for the base of the construction but when it came to it the scrap yard didn't have any. So I found a decent sized drawer from a metal filing cabinet.
Add some flimsy legs made from rebar. - I was planning on using the new welder to fit these, then weld some supports around the base to make it more sturdy, but it proved to be a PITA, so I just bolted the legs on which was a bit easier.
All this needs to be is a container to hold a reasonable amount of fuel. It doesn't need to be anything serious. you could do it in a metal bucket if you really wanted. But just make sure it's not galvanised.
I used the bricks from the mk1 version to line the base of the drawer. I needed to cut these down slightly to fit in the box, I didn't want to ruin a good saw, so I bought a cheap one for the job. - I really recommend you do this if any of you use these bricks to build a forge, they will cut fine. but your saw will me knackered. - the one I used is utterly blunt now.
Finally I cut two large openings in either side to allow me to work long stock.
As it turns out I made these a little too large and a little too deep in the box. But luckily I kept the offcuts so I can stick them in and adjust accordingly.
Finally a shot of me about to fire it up.
You can see the forge up and running in this thread
http://www.bushcraftuk.com/forum/showthread.php?t=105723
I need to make something to hold my hair drier in place - its pretty basic just now.
The forge is just another one to get me going at the new house. Ultimately I'd like to replace it once more with something a bit more serious, but as it stands this forge is running well, and it's not going to fall apart any time soon. Total cost has been less than £30 to build.
I was using coke to fuel it but the local supply is awful stuff, I'm hoping to find a better supply or I'll go back to using charcoal.
you can see this and more on my blog
http://andrewmckenziefeatherforge.blogspot.co.uk/
Cheers
Andy
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totally awesome... i'm gonna have to have a go... i've got a couple halves of gas canisters lying around.. lol
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