New member from Oregon

**Robert D** · Jan 18, 2016, 10:34 PM

Searching around for ideas to build a english wheel and bead roller on a common frame/stand and found this forum. I have access to a full machine shop and welding equipment as well as wood working equipment in the pattern shop I am employed.

**Jon** · Jan 18, 2016, 11:14 PM

Hi Robert - welcome to HomemadeTools.net

Sounds like you have all the tools you need to build the tools you need!

Do you see any good builds on this forum that give you ideas?

**kbalch** · Jan 19, 2016, 07:36 AM

Hi Robert,

Welcome!

What are you planning to make with the English wheel and bead roller? I like the idea of using a common frame for the two tools. Be sure to post some photos of the work-in-progress; we'd love to follow along…

Ken

**DIYer** · Jan 19, 2016, 08:18 PM

That's an interesting idea for a project, Robert D. Welcome to the forums!

**Robert D** · Jan 19, 2016, 10:51 PM

Thank you for the welcome messages. I have taken a few classes and workshops on custom sheet metal fabrication and have the bug to try it at home. I want to start tinkering with my old 49 Chevrolet truck with some custom touches. After pricing quality tools online I have decided to build some on my own. I have found a couple ideas I like, still at design stage but hope to have files to the local steel supplier to cut out the frame in a month or so.