Two-stage HF DC modification

[dbhost]

Well I'm sure all who have followed this thread on my dc modifications are tired of the subject, but I now have the final piece in place. As suggested I looked on Craig's List, found the exact 30gal fiber barrel I was looking for on the web at McMaster-Carr for $29.32+shipping, both box stores had the Rubbermaid 32 gal for $29.97. I headed out to get one from one of the borgs but checked out Martin Tool & Supply here in Waco on the way. When I walked in I was staring at a 30 gal fiber barrel marked $5.00 clearance. Anyway I am now a happy little woodworker, I like it when a plan comes together.

Good job! Fiber barrels are harder to come by down around here. I wish they weren't though. They are lighter than the plastic, and don't tend to flare out inside the barrel quite so much...

[toolguy1000]

Well I'm sure all who have followed this thread on my dc modifications are tired of the subject, but I now have the final piece in place. As suggested I looked on Craig's List, found the exact 30gal fiber barrel I was looking for on the web at McMaster-Carr for $29.32+shipping, both box stores had the Rubbermaid 32 gal for $29.97. I headed out to get one from one of the borgs but checked out Martin Tool & Supply here in Waco on the way. When I walked in I was staring at a 30 gal fiber barrel marked $5.00 clearance. Anyway I am now a happy little woodworker, I like it when a plan comes together.

so what is the top mounted blast gate used for?