Shit you built with your own two hands (picture thread)

[Kevo]

You’ll probably be ok, I know someone that did their own and had a room full of beetles

That's a nightmare. Jesus.

[GBB]

Nice work, Kevo. Looks very similar to a bed that I built earlier this year. Need to see if I can dig up some photos.

[neufox47]

I need to buy a framing nail gun. Will be light duty to build my parents garage and a few other projects. Air or cartridge? Cartridge seems expensive. Will the $170 Hitachi nr90ae get it done or should I spend more?

[RootSkier]

I personally wouldn't do cartridge if you already have a compressor and hoses.

I don't know that particular model but I have used lots of different framing guns and the only thing I really care about is weight (on the other hand, I have strong feelings about finish guns).

The other consideration is whether you need full head nails for sheathing if you have inspections. It looks like the Hitachi is a full head nailer so you're good on that.

[DoWork]

I built a queen size bed frame with beatle kill headboard. It's my first ever woodworking project-

Before staining-
Attachment 252099

After staining-
Attachment 252100

Not 100% stoked on the color. I initially wanted the bed to be a mid tone brown/ gray color, but couldn't bring myself to cover up the blue color in the beatle kill wood.

I like it! I made one out of all metal that bolts together with 3/4” bolts and is all powder coated. I never finished the headboard but it would make a great earthquake shelter in a pinch.

[Foggy_Goggles]

That Hitachi is fine
https://www.amazon.com/Hitachi-Full-.../dp/B002JPJGFY
on sale right now

I'm a Max Framer guy but not much difference except a Max (Bosch) will fit in a 14.5" stud bay
https://www.amazon.com/Max-SN883RH3-...70_&dpSrc=srch

Framing guns are basically a disposable tool. They take one ride of a roof and if it hits right, its done. Basically, you have 22deg full head and 30deg clipped head. I run the 22s

A gun hook is pretty much mandatory. I set mine up between 2 washers so it can swivel. On the left of the tool to hang on my bags, on the right of the tool to hang on the framing.

[snoqpass]

Cordless nail guns can get heavy too

[BigDaddy]

That Hitachi is fine
https://www.amazon.com/Hitachi-Full-.../dp/B002JPJGFY
on sale right now

I'm a Max Framer guy but not much difference except a Max (Bosch) will fit in a 14.5" stud bay
https://www.amazon.com/Max-SN883RH3-...70_&dpSrc=srch

Framing guns are basically a disposable tool. They take one ride of a roof and if it hits right, its done. Basically, you have 22deg full head and 30deg clipped head. I run the 22s

A gun hook is pretty much mandatory. I set mine up between 2 washers so it can swivel. On the left of the tool to hang on my bags, on the right of the tool to hang on the framing.

I have an old NR83 circa 1999... It's still going strong and I've dropped it a bunch. Granted, I'm not using it every day, but it has always worked when needed (three houses so far).

I like that hook idea, thx.

[snoqpass]

I have an old NR83 circa 1999... It's still going strong and I've dropped it a bunch. Granted, I'm not using it every day, but it has always worked when needed (three houses so far).

I like that hook idea, thx.

The NR83 is pretty bomb proof

[lifelinksplit]

That Hitachi is fine
https://www.amazon.com/Hitachi-Full-.../dp/B002JPJGFY
on sale right now

I'm a Max Framer guy but not much difference except a Max (Bosch) will fit in a 14.5" stud bay
https://www.amazon.com/Max-SN883RH3-...70_&dpSrc=srch

Framing guns are basically a disposable tool. They take one ride of a roof and if it hits right, its done. Basically, you have 22deg full head and 30deg clipped head. I run the 22s

A gun hook is pretty much mandatory. I set mine up between 2 washers so it can swivel. On the left of the tool to hang on my bags, on the right of the tool to hang on the framing.

Old Hitachi are pretty bombproof(slides get kinda fucked) but I'm a max framer guy mostly because of weight and adjustability for sheeting. However like foggy says they are almost disposable if they take a couple of good drops. They also tend to blow out the gaskets, which can be fixed or jb welded for a band aid fix. And yes hooks are mandatory.

For a homeowner tool they should be just fine.

[snoqpass]

Old Hitachi are pretty bombproof(slides get kinda fucked) but I'm a max framer guy mostly because of weight and adjustability for sheeting. However like foggy says they are almost disposable if they take a couple of good drops. They also tend to blow out the gaskets, which can be fixed or jb welded for a band aid fix. And yes hooks are mandatory.

For a homeowner tool they should be just fine.

A complete gasket kit for my a Senco was @$40

[lifelinksplit]

A complete gasket kit for my a Senco was @$40

I get it. IME once they blow a gasket it's going to happen again especially if they have any major dents or dings. We actually have prob a dozen hanging in the job trailer. Just acknowledging they are an issue with that gun. And in a homeowner situation no big deal.

I'm sure I'll have something to contribute to this thread other than drift seeing as how I just bought a house built in 1900.

[snoqpass]

I get it. IME once they blow a gasket it's going to happen again especially if they have any major dents or dings. We actually have prob a dozen hanging in the job trailer. Just acknowledging they are an issue with that gun. And in a homeowner situation no big deal.

I'm sure I'll have something to contribute to this thread other than drift seeing as how I just bought a house built in 1900.

I ended up doing a hammer toss with the senco off the roof was far as I could toss it and got the Hitachi

[Gepeto]

I'm sure I'll have something to contribute to this thread other than drift seeing as how I just bought a house built in 1900.

Ha; sight unseen - your electrical skills will get tested

[Kevo]

I built a rustic coffee table

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[Buke]

I've been bitten by the hand tool bug. I didn't use hand tools exclusively in the construction of this mallet but the hand saw, Stanley #4 plane, and some old handmade tools that my great grandfather made out of an old saw blade for the purpose of rounding sharp corners, all got put to work.

Made of scrap walnut and ash. Teak oil finish.


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[old goat]

My wife found a burl clock (not sure what kind of wood) at the thrift. We took off the numbers, stripped the thick PU finish, and I turned the cherry legs.

[MakersTeleMark]

My wife found a burl clock (not sure what kind of wood) at the thrift. We took off the numbers, stripped the thick PU finish, and I turned the cherry legs.

Congrats on your new furkid.

[EarlyWood]

When the going gets tough - get a bigger saw
Attachment 250743

one handing that cut ...now that's impressive..

Hey BigD I was going to ask if you ever flew that into place...nice work all around here....

[snoqpass]

[climberevan]

I've been doing some welding projects for clients lately. It's fun, and I get better every time.

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Nice!

[AlpiNord]

After 20 years of SUV's since my last pick up truck, I went round and round on 'what to do with the bed' options from racks, toppers, tonneaus, tool boxes, etc to:

-provide security and weather protection
-carry & protect tools, toys, skis, bikes, gear, shovel, camping gear, coolers, Action Packers, etc
-allow for building material, trash & recycling transport
-carry sand bags for winter traction out of the way

I settled on a truck box (which does fit skis up to 185cm, with customized storage forthcoming) and building a covered box for the remainder. The bottom is 1/2" rubber horse stall mats to keep skis and stuff from banging in the bed.

The sides/structure is 3/4" OSB & rabbetted plywood panels slide on cleats. Hidden hinges are forthcoming (maybe out of Voile straps???). It is painted with Behr Extra Texture Deck Over. Now I can head in for post ski tour recovery beers without worrying about loose skis and gear in the bed.











I'm still kicking around several bike transport options.

As an added bonus, I'm betting the truck box will work as a solar hot box for ski waxing.

[JayPowHound]

My son has been obsessed with American Ninja Warrior for the past year or so, and for his 6th birthday all he wanted was a Warped Wall. We obliged, and he seems pretty happy with the results.

[old goat]

My son has been obsessed with American Ninja Warrior for the past year or so, and for his 6th birthday all he wanted was a Warped Wall. We obliged, and he seems pretty happy with the results.

Cool. What's in the background? I've never seen a house with flying butresses before.