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There's a lot of questions as to whether a Tormach PNC 1100 R8 spindle can be upgraded to a Tormach BT30 spindle. However, there's no confirmation of someone having done it. The comment by Tormach "Davie" on this TORMACH Forum post "If you have a PCNC1100 then conversion to BT30 is more of a choose your own adventure", seems to indicate that it is possible but not supported. It seems that the head casting and spindle bore are identical with the PCNC 1100, 1100m and 1100mx. Th

Ever since I saw the FlatJacks, I've wanted a set for the Sprinter Van Camper and the Hybrid Rockwood Roo camper trailer with tandem axles. For a camper van, you will need at least 2 of these. For a tandem axle trailer, you will also need a pair of these, one under each wheel on side that needs to be raised up. As usual, they are expensive, which makes me want to waste time building them instead. Here it goes. This is the best tutorial and construction method I have found: Th

I keep finding unused cabinet space in the hybrid Rockwood Roo camper that we have, and I believe this is the same in most campers. For a small space, they didn't bother to make the most efficient use of space. There are many useful spaces that are just blocked off with panels. Between the entrance and the kitchen countertop is a slightly lower countertop with a cabinet underneath. The cabinet has a door, but above it is a 12-inch-wide by 6-inch-tall panel between the framing

Allen hex keys seem to eventually just pile up in a drawer or toolbox compartment and you end up wasting a lot of time digging through them trying to find the perfect one. I have not been able to find an off the shelf solution that allows storage of excess loose hex wrenches that are not organized in their individual storage. I need something that can hold a lot of extra wrenches of the same sizes. I use drill index drawers, Huot brand, and they are fantastic. Mine are old, s

There are a few unique Milwaukee M12 tools that would be nice to have, but I don't really want to invest in their 12V system. I already have 2 different 12V tools that I choose due to the low cost of ownership for casual to medium duty use. I have some HERCULES 12V tool batteries, and Hyper Tough 12V tool batteries. I know, I also never thought I would buy and use Walmart power tools, but don't knock it till you try them. The HyperTough tools have blown me away, especially fo

We have a ton of sweetgum balls and pinecones in the yard. Picking them up is a constant chore. Most solutions I've tried pickup everything, which in many cases I want to leave behind the pinestraw and ground cover in areas that don't have grass. These are some of the things I've tried. Raking - Whenever I think about why raking doesn't work for this, I'm reminded of the comment I once read "Ya'll will do anything to avoid raking". That's not not true, although the reason is

Tormach used to offer a rebuild kit for their spindle. The instructions are still here: https://knowledgebase.tormach.com/pcnc-1100/pcnc-1100-spindle-rebuild Now they only sell the whole spindle. If you want to rebuild it by replacing the bearings, you have to order them yourself. TOP BEARINGS 7007C/P5 DT BOTTOM BEARINGS 7008C/P5 DT NSK 2008CTRDULP4Y

I pull a 19ft hybrid camper with dual axles using a Mercedes Sprinter Van. Due to the overall length of the Sprinter van, backing up the trailer into tight campsites and our driveway can be challenging. I've been dreaming of being able to unhitch the camper and drive it into its parking spot by remote control. That would significantly reduce the amount of time and frustration it can take to get the camper perfectly situated. The camper usually needs to be leveled by putting l

This video has a detailed full teardown and replacement of the Tormach BT30 Spindle Bearings. UPPER BEARINGS The upper bearings are sitting on top of each other. There is no spacer. These are the markings on what someone claims is the stock upper bearings (unverified) HP7006C-2RZTN12/P5 In a comment from the above video: Part number breakdown: 70 Dimension Series Indicates an angular contact ball bearing in the 70 series (ISO 10 dimension series). Outside Diameter: 55 mm, Wid

Years ago I started a worm compost bin, which began a multi year experiment to create the best worm compost bin. I tried many different things and kept making improvements and simplifying it until it worked super well and required no maintenance. There are worm bin products that can be purchased. They are often quite expensive for a bunch of plastic trays. The trays are shallow and don't hold much scraps or compost. They fill up quickly for a family of four. I began the journ