Upgrades

Canon EOS 80D + Manfrotto Gear Upgrade

BySCWD January 17, 2019February 13, 2019

I guess I got tired of using my cellphone to film YouTube episodes. I felt that it was time to upgrade my setup and go to the next level. The Canon 80D is an old camera, but it’s still worth it’s weight in gold as far as YouTube Vlogging is concerned. Super crisp 1080p @60 FPS with ultra sharp focusing? Who doesn’t love that!

I had a cheap $20 tripod and felt that it just wouldn’t do. The Manfrotto MT055XPRO3 tripod coupled with the MVH502AH is an awesome setup for me. Although that setup is really for cinematography, I like that it’s sturdy and it does 90° positioning as well.

I’m planning on getting the Rode Video Mic Pro Plus for in shop vlogging and outdoor filming.

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Plasma Water Table Journey #6

BySCWD September 4, 2023September 5, 2023

We are nearing the finish line and it’s getting exciting! I spoke with my new buddy Tim from the Tim Welds channel on YouTube. Go check him out! Awesome content and lots to learn! He gave me some excellent advice and confirmed some things for me. I so appreciate that. I went ahead and started…

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Plasma Water Table Journey #7

BySCWD September 5, 2023September 8, 2023

Well it’s done! But it’s bittersweet because I enjoyed the journey so much. I’m not sure if this is my destination because there is a lot more to do. For example, I have to install the clamps, weld a bottom storage platform, and attach some kind of torch/cable holder. So lot’s more to do. I…

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Plasma Water Table Journey #2

BySCWD August 26, 2023September 4, 2023

An update on day 2 working on the plasma water table. Cutting slat slots and prepping for the welding.

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Plasma Water Table Journey #3

BySCWD August 28, 2023September 5, 2023

It was a very eventful “Day 3″ to say the least. I started to weld and realized I was out of gas. Only that was half the problem. I get home, hook up the gas and the welds still looked like birdy doody. Turns out my connecter feeder knob was loose. I have no clue…

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BenchMark Abrasives Die Grinder Rack

BySCWD October 14, 2023October 20, 2023

After completing the Craftsman vise restoration, I was reminded of the Atlas restoration and how I used my drill with some cheap wire wheels to try to get the rust off. I was not able to effectively get into all the small crevasses and tight areas for both restorations. So I went and got me…

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Benchmark Abrasives Grinder Rack

BySCWD September 23, 2023September 27, 2023

After the plasma water table build, I decided to rethink where I keep my tools. Especially my grinders and discs. I had a lot of fun building the plasma water table, but things would have went a lot smoother with more tool organization. It seems this is my nemesis lately. Shop tool organization makes all…

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