I built this little CNC gantry for my plasma cutter from some plans I bought. I'll try to post a video when I actually make some cuts with it.

https://photos.app.goo.gl/XWqQQ1HvyRpuRDdh8

2/8/2026 9:28:06 PM

You are very talented. Do you mind me asking, is this your full-time job or just a side-hustle/hobby?

And nice International Harvester stool!

2/10/2026 11:31:09 AM

Mostly hobby. I make a little money that goes back into tools and equipment to expand my capabilities.

I'm an engineer, but my job is all budget spreadsheet stuff now. I have to have some sort of creative outlet.

That CNC was pretty simple if you can follow directions and have a little bit of fab and electronics skills.

2/10/2026 11:53:56 AM

Another grinder went out the door. This one included all the extra attachments and an XY surface grinding table.

https://photos.app.goo.gl/L4YtAhgwVDFMjhU7A
https://photos.app.goo.gl/2oBdQnuMF628PDpR7

I got this Montgomery Ward lathe as partial trade for it. It was made in 1945.

https://photos.app.goo.gl/Nhv8jz4MqsqFMUgc8

[Edited on February 27, 2026 at 10:05 AM. Reason : posting an image should not be this hard]

2/27/2026 10:02:10 AM