Re: My indispensible tool (a variation on a FB theme)
after several versions of my IT, i would offer this advice on design:
1. Make certain that the IT shaft is centered where it contacts the brick
2. Make certain that the clamp positions the brick perpendicular to the shaft vertically and horizontally
3. It is very useful to have the IT lock on horizontal plane
4. Make the pivot point as close as possible to the oven floor (no large casters)
5. Lock the whole apparatus in place so it cannot move once you start your dome
6. TRUST the IT! If it indicates an adjustment is necessary on a dry fit, believe it.
FWIW
Texman
after several versions of my IT, i would offer this advice on design:
1. Make certain that the IT shaft is centered where it contacts the brick
2. Make certain that the clamp positions the brick perpendicular to the shaft vertically and horizontally
3. It is very useful to have the IT lock on horizontal plane
4. Make the pivot point as close as possible to the oven floor (no large casters)
5. Lock the whole apparatus in place so it cannot move once you start your dome
6. TRUST the IT! If it indicates an adjustment is necessary on a dry fit, believe it.
FWIW
Texman
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