Frank Pellow
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Sorry to disappoint you, BUT NONE OF THEM ARE JOKES.Tezzer said:
Poor man's "Boom Arm"
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Frank Pellow said:
And a built-in hair dryer.
But seriously, I've done similar things. I will often look for a "pedestal"-stack of drywall, whatever- to raise my vac out of the way, especially on jobs with multiple sub-contractors- (otherwise known as idiots who would just assume step on a vac hose and crush it rather than look where they are walking) are at work.
As for the last photos, the lack of a fear of heights can be deadly without a healthy respect for gravity. With that said- Iv'e done some things on jobsites that in retrospect I'm ashamed of.
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There are several reasons that it is not bizare:Tezzer said:
1) There can be a lot of dust filled with paint and stain crap in the confined space under the edge of the roof and my face is often very close to where that dust would be.
2) The sanders work better when dust is being extracted.
3) The sandpaper does not clog up so quickly when dust is being extracted
4) The clean-up task before painting or staining is much easier after one has sanded using a vac.
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Yes, I have done that. I have also secured a vac on the roof and fed the hose down from above.mouppe said:
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I am considering a longer hose.Tezzer said:
You are, of course, entitled to your opinion about whether or not the tasks I have shown in this thread are "stupid". I obvously do not share your opinion. I do grant you that I was taking risks in the job where I was staning in a shimmed step ladder but that had nothing to do with the vacuum.
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Frank Pellow said:
I also agree with your points. And I have the Boom Arm and find it helps out when I'm up on a ladder too.
Frank, after seeing how this thread has turned, I have to apologize for poking fun at your boom arm solution. I truly meant no harm. But now I see that I may have started something that has turned a different direction. Please accept my apology and continue to share your ideas.
The "most stupid thread you have ever seen" comment is uncalled for in my opinion, and what is called "bizarre" by Tezzer is in fact absolutely valid, clearly explained by the 4 points Frank makes on why a DC should be used, even in outdoor conditions.
The caveman leveling job on the stepladder is another story, but Frank has already commented on that, and thank god no one has been present to take a picture of my own CLJs', otherwise- I'd be under the hammer here.
The caveman leveling job on the stepladder is another story, but Frank has already commented on that, and thank god no one has been present to take a picture of my own CLJs', otherwise- I'd be under the hammer here.
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Editorial;
Not directed at anyone but i think it will fit here.
Using franks post as a springboard. I think Frank's idea is "dumb" as a Fox I can tell Frank uses his tools in the world, they are not just some shop trophies. Personally I like forums that are more blunt. I think Frank's idea could be tongue in cheek but I Garoooontee that it is USEFUL!!! there is a time and place where this knowledge will help others. But I also enjoyed Tesser laying it out. I don't feel that he stepped over any line. Frank is a Big boy, He knows his idea has Merit. and Tesser didn't say Frank was Stupid. Creativity, and the posting of it here, are why I am here. Some of your, the members of FOG, ideas are DUMB, they wont work for me, and I shake my head at them. I am guessing that the feeling is mutual as some of the coolest things I have done resulted in 1 reply ;D Fair enough! John remarked that not every idea is a home run, Steve Jones had a Great idea, that some here took farther than he ever intended, then they were unhappy when the rips were less than their Powermatic 66. His idea was meant as a fix to his own problems of being efficient on the job-site. He no longer comes around....too bad. I guess what i am saying is enjoy differences of opinion, grow some skin if you need to and jump in the ring and let me know if I am full of poodoo.
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Not directed at anyone but i think it will fit here.
Using franks post as a springboard. I think Frank's idea is "dumb" as a Fox I can tell Frank uses his tools in the world, they are not just some shop trophies. Personally I like forums that are more blunt. I think Frank's idea could be tongue in cheek but I Garoooontee that it is USEFUL!!! there is a time and place where this knowledge will help others. But I also enjoyed Tesser laying it out. I don't feel that he stepped over any line. Frank is a Big boy, He knows his idea has Merit. and Tesser didn't say Frank was Stupid. Creativity, and the posting of it here, are why I am here. Some of your, the members of FOG, ideas are DUMB, they wont work for me, and I shake my head at them. I am guessing that the feeling is mutual as some of the coolest things I have done resulted in 1 reply ;D Fair enough! John remarked that not every idea is a home run, Steve Jones had a Great idea, that some here took farther than he ever intended, then they were unhappy when the rips were less than their Powermatic 66. His idea was meant as a fix to his own problems of being efficient on the job-site. He no longer comes around....too bad. I guess what i am saying is enjoy differences of opinion, grow some skin if you need to and jump in the ring and let me know if I am full of poodoo.
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You are full of something under those sweater's of yours [big grin].
I ordered another hose when I had to do ladder work.
I know I am about setting up ladders and I did not trust a platform I cobbled together, to hold up my CT.
To me the extra hose was worth it.
Frank I attest, it is way more enjoyable being able to sand outside like that and not have it blow in your face.
I ordered another hose when I had to do ladder work.
I know I am about setting up ladders and I did not trust a platform I cobbled together, to hold up my CT.
To me the extra hose was worth it.
Frank I attest, it is way more enjoyable being able to sand outside like that and not have it blow in your face.
In short, I have enjoyed Franks posts and contributions for the few years I have been here. But this just happens to be the first time I disagree with something he has done. No biggie, as he is a big boy who can look after himself. I bet I do things he would be horrified with (but I wouldnt post a pic ;D ) so im not wanting to start a bun fight. Just dont fall off that ladder [wink]
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Frank,
I did exactly the same thing when I prepped my Fiances 1 1/2 story house for paint. It was old enough to worry about lead paint, I didn't have dust going everywhere annoying the neighbors and it was pretty much ready for primer at the end of each days worth of sanding. Here's some pictures of my crazy house refurb, in no particular order.
When it's cedar siding and you don't like vinyl.
I did exactly the same thing when I prepped my Fiances 1 1/2 story house for paint. It was old enough to worry about lead paint, I didn't have dust going everywhere annoying the neighbors and it was pretty much ready for primer at the end of each days worth of sanding. Here's some pictures of my crazy house refurb, in no particular order.
When it's cedar siding and you don't like vinyl.
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