[Shop-talk] [Bulk] Re: Grinder pedestal

[Karl Vacek]

Another possibility is a large truck brake drum filled with concrete, with a
pipe upright and a steel top.  Large diameter is more important than
absolute weight - even a big circle of 1/2" steel would work well and you
could stand on it to add stability if you're using it for heavy buffing or
wire-wheeling on big stuff.

I use a now-unobtainable option.  My Dad found a round cast iron "No
Parking" sign base sometime in the late 40's and it's pretty much perfect.
Probably 40-50 pounds, about 18" in diameter at the base,  easy to roll to
another location, and really sturdy.  I've never seen another one, but if
they're still to be found somewhere, it's a perfect base.

Karl


-----Original Message-----
From: Jim
Subject: [Bulk] Re: [Shop-talk] Grinder pedestal

Relating to an earlier post on another topic, I have had bad experiences
with my F250's brakes.  The good news is the wasted rotors make nice heavy
bases for different kinds of tool stands, including a grinder