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  1. Machining a large pulley - GIF

    Started by Altair, Jun 2, 2023 03:42 PM
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  2. Repairing an old radiator - GIF

    Started by Altair, May 27, 2023 08:27 PM
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  3. Collapsible furniture compilation - GIF

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  4. Runaway diesel pulling truck - GIF

    Started by Altair, May 31, 2023 10:27 AM
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  5. Making motorcycle oil filters - GIF

    Started by Altair, Jun 3, 2023 12:56 PM
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  6. Machining flats on an odd-shaped part - GIF

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  7. Machining threads on a part - GIF

    Started by Altair, Jun 3, 2023 08:14 AM
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  8. Airliner flying low over neighborhood - GIF

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  9. Concrete slab crushes car, nearly hitting owner - GIF

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  10. Fabricating augers - GIF

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  11. Spot facing a part - GIF

    Started by Altair, Jun 2, 2023 10:27 AM
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  12. Articulating tapping arm - GIF

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  13. Back-breaking produce loading technique - GIF

    Started by Altair, Apr 11, 2023 07:13 PM
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  14. Testing lathe operator skills via wire loop game - GIF

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  15. Forming a twisted tape turbolator - GIF

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  16. CNC gear skiving - GIF

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  17. Repairing clutches - GIFs

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  18. Face grooving tool - GIF

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  19. Casting and machining pistons - GIF

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  20. Making motorcycle helmets in South Asia - GIF

    Started by Altair, May 31, 2023 08:14 AM
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