drain machine improvements

[gear junkie]

I love the fast acting stop of the sectional machines. Why can't the drum machines do this? What if a brake that grabbed around the drum was electrically in series with the foot pedal so when you stepped off the pedal the brake grabbed the drum?

Another thought, I never unwrap the electric cord off my machine. I just use an extention cord. Goes faster this way. I think Bosch skillsaws have a short cord on them. This is similar to what I was thinking.

I know this is a question for the R&D department but Ridgid tools will only get better if we put our input on them. Does anyone else have ideas they'd like to share?

[PLUMBER RICK]

ben, not sure a drum machine would hold up to an electric brake.

marco used to have them on their drum machine , but it was nothing more than a bicycle hand brake on the pulley.

the problem with a brake on the drum machine is the large inertia that is spinning and the wear and tear factor in stopping the mass.

i too typically don't unwind the cord of my machines, i just bring the 50' 12 gauge cord to it. it has 3 outlets for other tools/ camera/ light.

there are many improvements that us plumbers can come up with, but if we blab it here, how will we be the next millionaire:confused:

there are a few items on my list, but ridgid has already stolen 1 idea before i really pursued it to completion:eek:

some of the simplest things, turn out to be the richest inventions.

pet rock, card board dash cover.

now you can call me and we can discuss it in private;) i won't tell:cool:

rick.

[westcoastplumber]

Ben, my bosch worm drive has a detachable cord, a very good idea. I also do not unwind my cords, but use an extension, I have about a 6" cord with GFCI on my main line, need to use a cord with that:D

ricky, how's that 210 going? I am trying to get my patent:D;)

If we put our brains toghether, we can make our ideas happen;)

[PLUMBER RICK]

Ben, my bosch worm drive has a detachable cord, a very good idea. I also do not unwind my cords, but use an extension, I have about a 6" cord with GFCI on my main line, need to use a cord with that:D

ricky, how's that 210 going? I am trying to get my patent:D;)

If we put our brains toghether, we can make our ideas happen;)

robert, question:confused: if i already have the idea, brains and the financial backing, what are you going to provide:confused::D:eek:.

rick.

p.s you started it:p

[westcoastplumber]

robert, question:confused: if i already have the idea, brains and the financial backing, what are you going to provide:confused::D:eek:.

rick.

p.s you started it:p


A YOUNGER BRAIN, ONE THAT HAS A BETTER IDEA;):D

[PLUMBER RICK]

A YOUNGER BRAIN, ONE THAT HAS A BETTER IDEA;):D

we'll see about that. as far as i know you have brain farts:eek::D

have your people talk to my people:rolleyes:

rick.

[mrs. westcoast]

we'll see about that. as far as i know you have brain farts:eek::D

have your people talk to my people:rolleyes:

rick.

At least he doesn't wake up in the am and it takes him 20 min to pee-pee like you do. Or at least he doesn't sit on toilet for 30 min until finaly he has a bowel movement.:)

[All Clear Sewer]

I would just like to buy some new bolts for my cutters :confused: oh and a better cable would be nice....lol... Oh and make it self-propelled and climb stairs on it`s own, oh and there was this time at band camp......lol :D

[westcoastplumber]

robert, question:confused: if i already have the idea, brains and the financial backing, what are you going to provide:confused::D:eek:.

rick.

p.s you started it:p

Sorry Ben, Rick completely trashed your thread because of his big ego and insecurity.

I am sorry for the role I played in promoting Ricks actions.;)

[PLUMBER RICK]

Sorry Ben, Rick completely trashed your thread because of his big ego and insecurity.

I am sorry for the role I played in promoting Ricks actions.;)

don't worry robert, i spoke to ben for 30 minutes prior to all your childish antics:D

rick.

[westcoastplumber]

don't worry robert, i spoke to ben for 30 minutes prior to all your childish antics:D

rick.

Now now rick, I spoke to ben this afternoon, way before you ;):D Remember who he calls first.

Hey, maybe this thread should be about rick, since he refuses to let this go and drags the conversation on:rolleyes:

[MrsSeatDown]

Apparently, you can't let it go either;)

Maybe you should BOTH just let it go:)


Joey

[BHD]

I have the K750
The first two improvements I made are:

One a cord holder, the first time I loaded it into the pickup I could see a need for it.
To protect the cord and the hose and the foot bulb.

And the second, is to mark the drum as to the position of the drum and it drain hole, (the manual says there a plug, but the parts book does not show one), and if there is one mine does not have it.
The first time moving it across a carpet I saw the need, to know where the drain was positioned.

[PLUMBER RICK]

bhd, very nice and clean. the drain hole on that machine requires you to lay it on it's back to drain. although it will drin if wet enough and at the 6:00 position.

on the 7500 there are 2 and i keep i plug off. i too have marked the drum to locate the 6:00 position when i store it.

a very clean machine bhd;)

[gear junkie]

Sorry Ben, Rick completely trashed your thread because of his big ego and insecurity.

I am sorry for the role I played in promoting Ricks actions.;)

don't worry robert, i spoke to ben for 30 minutes prior to all your childish antics:D

rick.

Now now rick, I spoke to ben this afternoon, way before you ;):D Remember who he calls first.


Hey, don't drag me into this. I don't take this thread to seriously. Trash it if you want. I think you both should come to Va Beach and settle this like men.:D Bring the wives, of course. They can referee. We'll go for drinks afterwards.

[westcoastplumber]

Hey, don't drag me into this. I don't take this thread to seriously. Trash it if you want. I think you both should come to Va Beach and settle this like men.:D Bring the wives, of course. They can referee. We'll go for drinks afterwards.


HAHAHA, between you and me, I think the wifes contribute the wood to the fire, they don't seem to understand we joke around, they think we are seriouse and they take it more personally then us:eek:, I spoke to rick today and were laughing and having a good time, it is all fun and games;):D:D

[ToUtahNow]

HAHAHA, between you and me, I think the wifes contribute the wood to the fire, they don't seem to understand we joke around, they think we are seriouse and they take it more personally then us:eek:

That's cause they're girls (which is not a bad thing).

Let me tell you, you speak poorly of myself or my kids and Brenda will dress you down like you have never been dressed down before.

Mark