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Unread 13-04-2014, 23:15
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On to my 16th year in FRC
FRC #0696 (Circuit Breakers)
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Re: $1200s what to buy?

Not knowing what you have already: floor standing drill press, good set of drill bits, pneumatic rivet puller, 14" vertical band saw, a good 12" miter saw, a good vise, some good clamps, and a decent computer for CAD/programming/business.

Also, our cheapo vinyl cutter from USCutter has paid for itself many many times over. But, you may have other needs first.

If you had somebody who knew how to use it, you could squeeze a Miller Diversion 165 TIG welder and an autodarkening helmet into a $1200 budget.

Let us know what you end up with.
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