So, I've got this shed project reportedly under progress. One of the problems with it is it's pretty far from the house. Regular extensions cords have some significant voltage drop. That means I can't run my little hot dog compressor out there, and the miter saw runs mighty slow.
So I bought a couple 100' 10 gauge extension cords. The problem with those is that they are pretty difficult to wind up and to handle. These kinds of cords aren't cheap, so I really didn't want to just leave them laying out any where getting all beat up.
So I made a little cart for them. Looks like I overestimated the size of the reel I needed, but oh well. But this should do the trick.
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06-14-2011, 12:14 AM #1
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06-14-2011, 12:37 AM #2
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06-14-2011, 12:59 AM #3
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That cart will do a fine job Brent
looks like it will hold a mile of cord
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06-14-2011, 01:19 AM #4
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Looks like you're ready to power up a few booths at the local carnival! Should do the trick!
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06-14-2011, 01:34 AM #5
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That's nice Bret!
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06-14-2011, 03:11 AM #6
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06-14-2011, 03:20 AM #7
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Great looking cart. Could use a couple of those myself.
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06-14-2011, 04:37 AM #8
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That is one neat, functional cart!
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06-14-2011, 10:26 AM #9
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06-14-2011, 01:08 PM #10
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Very good idea. Yes, these days extension cords are quite expensive. I have picked up a few at garage sales as a hedge against inflation. You guys can have yer gold coins, I'm investing in extension cords.
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