# General **URL:** https://fireball.discourse.group/c/general/4.md [Latest](https://fireball.discourse.group/latest.md) · [Categories](https://fireball.discourse.group/categories.md) · [Tags](https://fireball.discourse.group/tags.md) --- ## [Click here to go to the Fireball marketplace!](https://fireball.discourse.group/t/click-here-to-go-to-the-fireball-marketplace/532)
**Author:** [@Fireball\_Filmmaker](https://fireball.discourse.group/u/Fireball_Filmmaker)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2025, 7:55pm UTC](https://fireball.discourse.group/t/click-here-to-go-to-the-fireball-marketplace/532 "2025-11-07T19:55:24Z")
https://fireballtool.com/ --- ## [Welcome to Fireball Tool Message Board](https://fireball.discourse.group/t/welcome-to-fireball-tool-message-board/7)
**Author:** [@system](https://fireball.discourse.group/u/system)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [October 2, 2025, 4:05pm UTC](https://fireball.discourse.group/t/welcome-to-fireball-tool-message-board/7 "2025-10-02T16:05:28Z")
Welcome. To comment, you must use an account, but it is not required for browsing. If you have a question (or would like to ask Jason directly) please create a new thread in the appropriate category and ask away! Here … --- ## [3d Printed Fixture Storage Ideas](https://fireball.discourse.group/t/3d-printed-fixture-storage-ideas/4351)
**Author:** [@CadMatt](https://fireball.discourse.group/u/CadMatt)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [September 23, 2026, 9:32pm UTC](https://fireball.discourse.group/t/3d-printed-fixture-storage-ideas/4351 "2026-09-23T21:32:16Z")
Just sharing some ideas for 3D printed storage. Smaller trays are handy to set on your table while you set up, and keep all the small parts within reach. And you can stick this near the sidekick vise to have them … --- ## [Printable DeWalt Tool Hanger](https://fireball.discourse.group/t/printable-dewalt-tool-hanger/4462)
**Author:** [@Netpackrat](https://fireball.discourse.group/u/Netpackrat)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 23, 2026, 9:27pm UTC](https://fireball.discourse.group/t/printable-dewalt-tool-hanger/4462 "2026-09-23T21:27:28Z")
https://www.printables.com/model/1852115-wall-hanger-for-dewalt-bandfile-and-others Thought this might be useful to others here. I made this to hold my bandfile, but it ended up working for other tools as well. Verifi… --- ## [Air compressor air dryer system](https://fireball.discourse.group/t/air-compressor-air-dryer-system/4439)
**Author:** [@mobilehomey](https://fireball.discourse.group/u/mobilehomey)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [September 23, 2026, 7:44pm UTC](https://fireball.discourse.group/t/air-compressor-air-dryer-system/4439 "2026-09-23T19:44:23Z")
Yeah, I made another thing, lol Just wanted to share, as most of us have a decent sized air compressor, and moisture SUCKS! You can google it, or look at YouTube for ideas; I’m not going to reinvent the wheel, my point … --- ## [Fireball Tool DIY Mini Go-Kart Belt Grinder](https://fireball.discourse.group/t/fireball-tool-diy-mini-go-kart-belt-grinder/4369)
**Author:** [@Fireball\_Wyatt](https://fireball.discourse.group/u/Fireball_Wyatt)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [September 22, 2026, 3:36am UTC](https://fireball.discourse.group/t/fireball-tool-diy-mini-go-kart-belt-grinder/4369 "2026-09-22T03:36:22Z")
Fireball Tool DIY Mini Go-Kart Belt Grinder The Go-Kart Belt Grinder has become synonymous with Fireball Tool. In early 2019, Jason raided his scrap pile and junk shelf with the idea of building a belt grinder that co… --- ## [AUSTRALIA needs your gear](https://fireball.discourse.group/t/australia-needs-your-gear/4448)
**Author:** [@Aussiefab44](https://fireball.discourse.group/u/Aussiefab44)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 16, 2026, 12:52am UTC](https://fireball.discourse.group/t/australia-needs-your-gear/4448 "2026-09-16T00:52:14Z")
Hi Jason, Just wondering if you are ever considering distribution in Australia? I would love one of your 6.5" vices but the freight on one alone is $2400usd. Would you ever consider a buyers group and sending and distr… --- ## [How has the shop transformed in the last 6 years](https://fireball.discourse.group/t/how-has-the-shop-transformed-in-the-last-6-years/4449)
**Author:** [@Tim\_Cornish](https://fireball.discourse.group/u/Tim_Cornish)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 14, 2026, 1:34pm UTC](https://fireball.discourse.group/t/how-has-the-shop-transformed-in-the-last-6-years/4449 "2026-09-14T13:34:08Z")
I just watched the old video of your shop tour from 6 years ago. Do a new one. I would love to see how you have progressed to production in the last 6 years. Are you implementing one piece flow? --- ## [Dragon Oil and E-weld 4 alternatives in Europe](https://fireball.discourse.group/t/dragon-oil-and-e-weld-4-alternatives-in-europe/4441)
**Author:** [@CCB450](https://fireball.discourse.group/u/CCB450)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 3, 2026, 10:04am UTC](https://fireball.discourse.group/t/dragon-oil-and-e-weld-4-alternatives-in-europe/4441 "2026-09-03T10:04:14Z")
Hi, I’ve been trying to find these products in Europe, but they aren’t available here. Could you please recommend alternatives? Thanks --- ## [So I made a thing…](https://fireball.discourse.group/t/so-i-made-a-thing/4424)
**Author:** [@mobilehomey](https://fireball.discourse.group/u/mobilehomey)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [August 31, 2026, 1:37pm UTC](https://fireball.discourse.group/t/so-i-made-a-thing/4424 "2026-08-31T13:37:59Z")
Sorry; wasn’t really sure where to post this, so I’m just putting it in “general”. Anyway, I needed to work on a Bridgeport 2J head, and I’m NOT standing on a ladder to do it, so I made a bench mount for it. I figured … --- ## [The big 8 inch Wilton that couldn’t anymore](https://fireball.discourse.group/t/the-big-8-inch-wilton-that-couldn-t-anymore/4433)
**Author:** [@BurEquipmentSvc](https://fireball.discourse.group/u/BurEquipmentSvc)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 28, 2026, 3:41pm UTC](https://fireball.discourse.group/t/the-big-8-inch-wilton-that-couldn-t-anymore/4433 "2026-08-28T15:41:12Z")
Twisting a large nut off of a hydraulic cylinder and the ol’ 8 inch said no! --- ## [Dragon wagon accessories](https://fireball.discourse.group/t/dragon-wagon-accessories/4423)
**Author:** [@dcferris](https://fireball.discourse.group/u/dcferris)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 24, 2026, 6:19pm UTC](https://fireball.discourse.group/t/dragon-wagon-accessories/4423 "2026-08-24T18:19:48Z")
I have my Dragon Wagon and now my second one’s leg set fairly high. My laser welder is much taller then my Tig. When using the lower part of the legs, the accessory pin is too long. How have other people delt with thi… --- ## [What’s the Most Useful Upgrade You’ve Made to Your Workshop?](https://fireball.discourse.group/t/what-s-the-most-useful-upgrade-you-ve-made-to-your-workshop/4399)
**Author:** [@WAIWAI](https://fireball.discourse.group/u/WAIWAI)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [August 24, 2026, 11:08am UTC](https://fireball.discourse.group/t/what-s-the-most-useful-upgrade-you-ve-made-to-your-workshop/4399 "2026-08-24T11:08:44Z")
Hi everyone, I’ve been looking for a few practical ways to improve my workshop setup, especially when it comes to keeping the work area organized and making repetitive projects a little easier. I’m curious — what’s one… --- ## [New Setup Questions](https://fireball.discourse.group/t/new-setup-questions/4363)
**Author:** [@dcferris](https://fireball.discourse.group/u/dcferris)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [August 15, 2026, 1:50pm UTC](https://fireball.discourse.group/t/new-setup-questions/4363 "2026-08-15T13:50:33Z")
I just ordered my Dragon Wagon on Monday. Ordered about the same value in fixtures. Now I’m realizing I need more fixtures. I’ve started putting together a list of some tooth blocks, with short and tall risers. I als… --- ## [Sponsorship question](https://fireball.discourse.group/t/sponsorship-question/4398)
**Author:** [@Sands](https://fireball.discourse.group/u/Sands)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 12, 2026, 3:06pm UTC](https://fireball.discourse.group/t/sponsorship-question/4398 "2026-08-12T15:06:23Z")
I am part of a small high school robotics team in Minnesota and I would like to ask for a possible address or a person to contact for a possible sponsorship or donation. If you’re not interested please let me know and i … --- ## [Fire ball tools on shop projects](https://fireball.discourse.group/t/fire-ball-tools-on-shop-projects/4393)
**Author:** [@Gringo.Ironworks](https://fireball.discourse.group/u/Gringo.Ironworks)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 12, 2026, 3:20am UTC](https://fireball.discourse.group/t/fire-ball-tools-on-shop-projects/4393 "2026-08-12T03:20:15Z")
Thought I would try to start a thread of what folks are building with there fireball tools. Nice to get ideas for work holding and layout. Hog pins --- ## [Level and Lock Dragon Wagons together](https://fireball.discourse.group/t/level-and-lock-dragon-wagons-together/4397)
**Author:** [@Foreman](https://fireball.discourse.group/u/Foreman)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 10, 2026, 2:16pm UTC](https://fireball.discourse.group/t/level-and-lock-dragon-wagons-together/4397 "2026-08-10T14:16:42Z")
Hey Jason, I’d like to solve 2 problems. 1 We need a fence block or contraption that will let us secrely connect our 4 dragon wagons with eachother and with our larger 4x8 fixture table. All the dragon wagons are on cast… --- ## [Cat iron brake drum hardening help](https://fireball.discourse.group/t/cat-iron-brake-drum-hardening-help/4380)
**Author:** [@6701A](https://fireball.discourse.group/u/6701A)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [August 7, 2026, 6:19am UTC](https://fireball.discourse.group/t/cat-iron-brake-drum-hardening-help/4380 "2026-08-07T06:19:43Z")
Hello, I’m new to this forum here, I have a technical question for the blacksmiths on here. So I am working on a 4wd JDM truck, and one of the front brake drums blew out. Apparently, that part had been discontinued. Afte… --- ## [Suggestion for new clamps?](https://fireball.discourse.group/t/suggestion-for-new-clamps/4128)
**Author:** [@DotEXE](https://fireball.discourse.group/u/DotEXE)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 4, 2026, 10:21pm UTC](https://fireball.discourse.group/t/suggestion-for-new-clamps/4128 "2026-08-04T22:21:52Z")
These are my favorite squeeze clamps for welding, but you can’t get them anymore. People want a lot of $$ for them second hand if you can even find them at all. Does anyone know of a similar clamp of this style/functi… --- ## [Quick Clamp upgrade](https://fireball.discourse.group/t/quick-clamp-upgrade/4389)
**Author:** [@CadMatt](https://fireball.discourse.group/u/CadMatt)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 4, 2026, 10:07pm UTC](https://fireball.discourse.group/t/quick-clamp-upgrade/4389 "2026-08-04T22:07:48Z")
When you get tired of the ring on the top getting in your way, especialy annoying when it swinges down over the back of the clamping bar when it’s at the top. Just put roll-pins in. I didn’t find the exact size on McMast… --- ## [18x8x8 tower block compatibility question](https://fireball.discourse.group/t/18x8x8-tower-block-compatibility-question/4311)
**Author:** [@Largo39](https://fireball.discourse.group/u/Largo39)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 4, 2026, 4:34pm UTC](https://fireball.discourse.group/t/18x8x8-tower-block-compatibility-question/4311 "2026-08-04T16:34:37Z")
I see (and love) the new tower blocks) \*\*FA75-CTL183 and / FA75-CTL182 \*\* I was just wondering if they were compatible with with the G series 54"x"12"x8" tower block as legs. Its unclear from the drawings. i want to u… --- ## [New to the forum First question ( simple for all you master class fabricators in here)](https://fireball.discourse.group/t/new-to-the-forum-first-question-simple-for-all-you-master-class-fabricators-in-here/4394)
**Author:** [@EzSki](https://fireball.discourse.group/u/EzSki)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 4, 2026, 1:39pm UTC](https://fireball.discourse.group/t/new-to-the-forum-first-question-simple-for-all-you-master-class-fabricators-in-here/4394 "2026-08-04T13:39:06Z")
Godd morning and let me first say that I am absolutely amazed at the fixture table tools that are coming to light due to @Fireball\_Jason ( i think i tagged that correctly) This is my first post so please forgive me if it… --- ## [Spokane wildfires](https://fireball.discourse.group/t/spokane-wildfires/4392)
**Author:** [@LarryFahnoe](https://fireball.discourse.group/u/LarryFahnoe)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 4, 2026, 1:35pm UTC](https://fireball.discourse.group/t/spokane-wildfires/4392 "2026-08-04T13:35:56Z")
Seeing the news of wildfires around Spokane along with evacuation orders. You guys are in our thoughts and prayers! --Larry --- ## [Fireball Vise Stand](https://fireball.discourse.group/t/fireball-vise-stand/4391)
**Author:** [@Brian\_Carpenter](https://fireball.discourse.group/u/Brian_Carpenter)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 2, 2026, 5:20pm UTC](https://fireball.discourse.group/t/fireball-vise-stand/4391 "2026-08-02T17:20:43Z")
Is there a good Versa-Mount Bolt-On Vise and Grinder Plate that fits your fireball vise stand. I have one stand with a large 1/2" plate that I mounted on it and have a heavy vise on one end and a pipe vise on the other … --- ## [DIY Pedestal for a Roper Whitney 20](https://fireball.discourse.group/t/diy-pedestal-for-a-roper-whitney-20/4320)
**Author:** [@Gringo.Ironworks](https://fireball.discourse.group/u/Gringo.Ironworks)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [August 2, 2026, 1:32am UTC](https://fireball.discourse.group/t/diy-pedestal-for-a-roper-whitney-20/4320 "2026-08-02T01:32:29Z")
Anyone have any examples of how they mounted a manual hole punch? I have an old Roper Whitney 20 i need to mount . Been cyphering on a way to have small “Floating table” to allow for work holding, roper whitney Makes one… --- ## [Warping from welding](https://fireball.discourse.group/t/warping-from-welding/4387)
**Author:** [@Livefree](https://fireball.discourse.group/u/Livefree)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 1, 2026, 12:02pm UTC](https://fireball.discourse.group/t/warping-from-welding/4387 "2026-08-01T12:02:43Z")
Hi guys I have question on keeping a railing from moving from welding it. I’m making a railing out of 1.5 round tube. It has 2 uprights, a top bar and a cross bar about in the middle. I have it all clamped down on my f… --- ## [Need Tooling Advise](https://fireball.discourse.group/t/need-tooling-advise/4368)
**Author:** [@Patrick\_Schiefer](https://fireball.discourse.group/u/Patrick_Schiefer)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [July 30, 2026, 10:39pm UTC](https://fireball.discourse.group/t/need-tooling-advise/4368 "2026-07-30T22:39:40Z")
I am cobot welding technician with a custom rack fabricator that designs and fixture in house, using laser cut jig tables. We are exploring using fixture tables utilizing tooling and clamps. We typically run batches of 2… --- ## [Powder Color?](https://fireball.discourse.group/t/powder-color/4384)
**Author:** [@Darcy\_Unruh](https://fireball.discourse.group/u/Darcy_Unruh)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 30, 2026, 5:39pm UTC](https://fireball.discourse.group/t/powder-color/4384 "2026-07-30T17:39:38Z")
What color of red powder coat do you use on your stuff? --- ## [WWII fixture table help modifying for clamps](https://fireball.discourse.group/t/wwii-fixture-table-help-modifying-for-clamps/4376)
**Author:** [@Bhud](https://fireball.discourse.group/u/Bhud)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [July 29, 2026, 8:08pm UTC](https://fireball.discourse.group/t/wwii-fixture-table-help-modifying-for-clamps/4376 "2026-07-29T20:08:08Z")
I’ve had this table for probably 15 years now and I love it, but it’s hard not to fantasize about having a fireball table with all the clamps I would love to convert this table somehow to use the fireball systems by e… --- ## [Would be possible to have more affordable spacers to elevate the work?](https://fireball.discourse.group/t/would-be-possible-to-have-more-affordable-spacers-to-elevate-the-work/4344)
**Author:** [@CCB450](https://fireball.discourse.group/u/CCB450)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [July 25, 2026, 2:34am UTC](https://fireball.discourse.group/t/would-be-possible-to-have-more-affordable-spacers-to-elevate-the-work/4344 "2026-07-25T02:34:06Z")
I really liked the idea. I have one 44-piece kit, but it isn’t enough to support all projects, Perhaps we could buy something like a Post Pin, but without the pin and the hole, just to use as a spacer ? Cheers Claudi… [Next page](https://fireball.discourse.group/c/general/4.md?page=1)