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Ok was geeking out on my design and reading through the threads... I've run my dimensions and spec through the Feldon's Calculator several times and it's says that my CC to FB opening (halfmoon) should be 12.59" wide .. I get that but how tall should it be? Thanks, sorry for resurrecting an old thre...

Thanks! I thought so too!

LOL got it!!!

I cut my doors as late in the process as possible. I think it cuts down on some distortion, we use a plasma it is fast, efficient and cost less to use. But... we do a lot of fabrication and i do mean a lot. I love my metabo's though. Actually dewalt has a new cut off tool comparable to a metabo and...

I always build my door complete with flange etc. then paint the inside of the door only and silicone the firerope in place. This way you can lay the door in place (rotate the cooker or use cargo straps) so that gravity or the straps will slightly compress the firerope. Without moving anything weld ...

Are you all building your firebox first.. then cutting the FB door and CC/FB opening after?? I'm assuming most of you are using a cutting torch or plasma cutter... ? All I have is a cutting wheel... I'm thinking a plasma cutter would be a good investment..

Bullet hinges are my favorite - they should work fine but you'll prolly want at least 3 for that weight of door - just guessing from the pic. Take your time to get some nice parallel lines on both the door and jamb so you can line up the hinges in "as close to the same line" as possible. If you're ...

Got it thanks TuscaloosaQ!

Make sure to post lots of pictures!!

Another question.. I'm working with CC (propane tank) that's 20" in diameter how far from the of the tank should the BP sit? In other words how much of a gap should I leave from the bottom of the tank 5" , 6" or more? I also read somewhere else on here that the BP should sit about 1" above the FB to...

More pics from yesterday. I got some weld on bullet style hinges for the CC door.. Do you guys think these will work? Or should I use them on the FB door?

The great part is we can build anything we want. If it works. then you are the Master. If it fails,,, you are a professional grinder man, LOL LOL well it worked out..More on the the master grinder side.. my welds aren't the pretiest but I got the job done... :welder: Made some more progress yesterd...

What do you all think about taking just the bell end I cut off and welding it back to the CC..? The main reason I cut it off was becuase the original tank demensions were 63" long... and I wanted a 48" CC... I'm just thinking if I welded the dome back on it would have a more balanced look not to men...

Smokeone wrote:
I think the cart looks fine, and will be just right once it all comes together.

Thanks bro!

got it thanks!

Made a little progress tonight cut of the tank mounting flanges, and got all but the tank relief valve off... That thing appears to be brass and has decided it didn't wanna come out... so ... I cut it off and punched all the innards out of it... B-) Wasn't sure what else to do.. Main goal today was ...

How are you all filling/ sealing off the fill, breather and guage holes in your propane tanks?

Looks very similar to my tank... that's gonna make a nice pit!

Here's the link for the clamp: http://www.northerntool.com/shop/tools/ ... _200403562

I wanted one of these but didn't wanna spend the money: (Strong hand 3 axis clamp) http://www.northerntool.com/shop/tools/ ... _200342945

Frank, I was thinking of just going with a square box.. out of 1/4" .. the end bell is 3/16 but would make a really cool fire box door.. Hmmm... :-bd .. Got that clamp at Northern tool for about $50...That thing is massive and worth the $$$ Learned a few things on building that frame if I build anot...

Made some progress today on the cart! Learned a few things made a few mistakes but for e the most part it went together good! The 90 degree clamp I bought sure made things easier!

Ok I'll give it a shot. I would do the seal/flange on the outside. As far as the B/P questions, it usually sits about 5 inches below the grate. The bp should have fall to the drain, usually about an inch. I would use black iron and weld a fitting to the bp and screw the pipe in. Why I don't know, j...

Ok lots more questions! 1. What are your opinions on the CC door seal? I've seen welded strips on the exterior of the door itself and also strips on the interior of the CC... I will be using the Bullet style weld on hinges if that makes any difference. 2. For the BP how how much hire than the FB/CC ...

maccas66 wrote:looks like the dog in the second pic knew what was going on!, he stayed well back!

Yeah my dogs know to stay away when I've got power tools goin... Gave my little Makita 4" Angle Grinder quite a work out!

Bought some materials this weekend to build the cart frame, casters, neumatic tires, and bullet hinges for the doors.
And cut the tank today..