No, but a video isn't really required for this. It's really easy. Just need a pipe wrench or a wrench that will fit the existing propane valve. You'll probably want a length of pipe to fit over the handle of the wrench to give you leverage. (It will be on pretty tight). And a way to hold the tank so it doesn't spin. Use your imagination. example: Ratchet strap it to a tree, or put so heavy rebar through the holes in the hand of the tank and brace it. etc. Then when the valve is out, simply fill the tank with water til it overflows to get any old propane and fumes out. Then just use regular pipe male and female to adapt an air compressor coupler to the tank. I put an on/off ball valve in line so I could fill the tank and disconnect it for portable use. There are some videos out there, so I didn't make one. But it's quite straight forward and easy. The hard part is holding the tank still so it doesn't try turning when you're using a wrench and pipe leveraging to unscrew the propane valve.

Good idea. It's cool seeing how much water is in the water trap as it cools down. You can see the droplets collecting showing all the water that is "Not" going into the tank and/or into your tool. Especially something like my plasma cutter.

True; as an RF engineer I deal in "DB" gains all the time. The thing about sound, is that there are other factors to consider besides just the volume. Frequency is the biggest factor. A high pitch sound at 70db can actually "FEEL" louder than a lower pitch sound at 73db. But you are correct. A 3db drop is significant; but with my adding the 2nd filter it also changed the frequency of the sound, so it actually was a double benefit.

I'm sure you'll be happy. But some clarification in case you have a friend who has similar needs. The M2 Pro has many added benefits. The 16 core "Graphics Processing Unit" is much faster with graphics than the 10 core. Also, the 4 thunderbolt ports are almost a must nowadays if you want a quality 2nd monitor or high end single monitor; also the thunderbolt is necessary for a high speed external hard drive. My NVME external 2TB drive is "AS FAST" as the internal SSD in the Mac Mini. But it would never be that fast without the Thunderbolt port. You could buy an external thunderbolt hub to add on, but they are expensive. Finally; the 24gb of memory.... well, you're not really going to notice it over the 16gb. There is a big jump between 8gb and 16gb, but that's where it stops. That's because it's "Unified Memory"; meaning, it combines the RAM with the SSD hard drive to also be more memory if needed. So I just my 512gb SSD only for the operating system and the apps/programs. ALL other data, docs, files, photos, videos, music, saved games, etc. are all stored on the external 2TB SSD NVME drive. So the 512gb SSD and the 16gb ram will always be more than enough. You'll almost never go past 16gb of ram; and if you temporarily need to, the 512gb drive covers just fine. But you will be happy with your choice I'm sure. My opinion may help some others, but that's not saying your choice won't work for you. If you have more than a 1gb internet connection, the 10gb network card will come in handy. I only have 1gb, but if I get more than 1gb some day, I can buy a thunderbolt/USB-C network card that does 2.5gb for $28. (Again, thunderbolt/usb-c is the future).

@@DIY_Mike-rm5we I actually cancelled my order and got the M2 pro, 512, with 16GB ram. I thank you because the definitely didn’t think of how much I needed the extra Thunderbolt connections

It's not a matter of "grounding". Let's use a different phrase. (RETURN PATH). The reason I prefer that phrase is because some welding, like Gasless Flux Core uses DCEN (DC Electrode NEGATIVE). Which mean, the flux core wire is NEGATIVE, and what many call a ground clamp is actually the POSITIVE. Regular Mig usually uses DCEP. (The wire is POSITIVE). Stick welding uses EITHER depending on the stick. So, to make it simple, we'll say "RETURN PATH". The electricity goes through the flux core wire, into the metal being welded, and the metal is connected to the CLAMP "RETURN PATH" back to the welding machine. If you're working on FLAT pieces of metal, it's sometimes easier to make the entire table the "RETURN PATH", because a clamp is difficult to use. That's why in my videos I show DIFFERENT "Return Paths". The welding table, sometimes a regular clamp, sometime BOTH". Hope this explains better.

It would be best to get a 10 gauge cord. 12 gauge will handle 20 amps. That’s the wire throughout your house. 12ga on 20a breakers. 14ga on 15a breakers. But extension cords are braided wire and not solid like the wires in the house to the outlets. So I r3commend a 10 gauge wire extension cord. That will work. On a side note, if you buy one on amazon, it will probably say it’s 15 amps, but that’s the TYPE of plug on it. A 120v plug that does not have the sideways terminal. If it’s 10 gauge wire it will work fine for the welder.

Appreciate the feedback. It's just basic plumbing. Get the right wrench (recommend a breaker bar) and take off the propane valve. Then just put on normal pipe fittings to connect to your air compressor. I have a 2nd video on why you should put the tank after the regulator. It explains more. Thanks again.

There are plenty of them. The one I’m using is made by THB model W80. Comes in 1/4, 3/8, or 1/2” npt

Awesome, thank you! Glad you like the video and my channel.

That will be fine. Make sure you check out my other video in-depth on putting the aux tank after the regulator and why.

I definitely like using the after cooler. And with the water trap BEFORE it enters the main tank, I get basically zero water in my tank. All of my desiccant beads in my desiccant dryer inline of my hose all stay blue now. I use to have to dry or replace the desiccant beads about once a month. Now, it's 3 months later and the beads are still blue.

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Not sure what you mean by flipped upside down. The bottom of the hub is black plastic. It would look terrible. As for over or under, there’s no right or wrong. I like it on top because it weighs less, and made of lower quality material, than the Mac mini . Don’t want the heavier item on top. Plus, I have the two sitting on top of a laptop cooler. Helps keep it cool.

Interesting. I double checked the product photos and that black plastic is actually the top of the hub (and you place the Mac Mini on top of that), but I understand where you’re coming from. Makes sense too. It probably does not matter from a functional perspective. Thanks for explaining!

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I double checked again and it looks like you have a different hub! Sorry! My bad… haha

Yea, it doesn't work that way. Doubling only reduces by a factor of 3. 4 each 16 gauge wires twisted together comes out to equal 10 gauge. If you have some lamp cord, extension cord, etc that is 12 gauge wire, then 4 of those together would be 6 gauge. Here's a link to a simple calculator so you can figure out what you need. www.wirebarn.com/combined-wire-gauge-calculator_ep_42.html. Also, FWIW the cheapest cable for such a thing is to go to harbor freight, walmart, or similar and buy some 4 or 6 gauge jumper cables. Put on the right connectors and you're good to go. 16 feet of 6 gauge jumper cables is only $18. If that's too much, you can spend $13 on 12 feet of 8 gauge. Put the pair together and you have 5 gauge.

@@DIY_Mike-rm5we thanks that helps a lot, better re wire my ground 👍

Not arrogant or condescending at all. What I posted are facts. Sorry you don’t understand the technology or basic economics

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@@DIY_Mike-rm5we You're not sorry in the factual sense of the word. You have zero knowledge of my understanding of tech, economics, or anything else. I won't bother you further.

I was using 2 27" Asus monitors. But I changed out and now I use 1 single monitor. It's an MSI MAG401QR, 40" Gaming Monitor, 3440 x 1440 HDR. Same real estate as 2 monitors but much more flexible, easier to multi task, and better resolution.

If you can find an 8 gallon. But for a 33 gallon, I am positive that the compressor is strong enough for another 10 gallons. I am putting out another video soon emphasizing WHY you DON'T put the auxiliary tank BEFORE the regulator. It will talk about the pressure capabilities of the aux tank. What I suggest is to go get a used 40 pound propane tank. It is about 9.5 gallons. A small (20 pound propane tank) like for a barbeque hold about 4.7 gallons. The propane tank can handle more than 200 psi so you'll be good for most compressors. But for your 33 gallon compressor, I'm positive it can handle another 10 gallons.

That would be great Mike. I'm actually rebuilding my piston plate seals etc now but the tank seems ok. I sprayed some Extend rust converter down top holes figured can't hurt. Looking forward to the bigger propane tank video.

Being you have very few options, you have to do the best that you can with what you have. I'm sure the basic mac mini M2 will work for you. It has it's limitations, but you should be fine. My biggest emphasis was when comparing the Mac Mini base m2 to the Mac mini m2 pro, that there isn't a real price difference once you compare them together with the same options. But being the M2 pro isn't an option for you, I recommend getting a decent NVMe external drive and case or really any external drive so your Base Mac Mini m2 can use the internal drive ONLY for the operating system and swap memory. Use the external drive for ALL of your documents, files, etc. It will help the mac mini base m2 run easier.

I've had it for a few years. I got it at a local electronics shop used on benches for working on radio type equipment. But you can get something similar and inexpensive on Amazon such as a wall mount ground bar. Just don't connect the feet for the wall. Here's a link to something similar on amazon www.amazon.com/Kit-Copper-Terminal-Positions-Material-Insulator/dp/B0B6T15QW7/ref=sr_1_7?crid=OPJ906YFCD6G&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.BIpC92BQjhWMno9vTZX-htOLhGxWtHwvQF31g7eC0fNmLp3v9Nh_YZLErEWBUfx3dx5k6yc6XTTDeo-GfTHKqXyZ6NdTRd1Yqjno3FpD-Z-2XjJfFiOkdk8sYS48wQBKX2PA895WyDeY0X-yCw6Q95Yb7KAviJKtWW3x6lRWdJ1LtwDJ4V3x0zO7Tmj717ivT-l3xhM5xbeWANFu9tovfSK7W_uqh5lLtiVmEb8m63MG81siOzQtPh1azxumSEWg7Z3fue6M2LWWxD9AAjFpkLmoOf6NT4k4vyKj_R2or80.7KRWci6ZBekut2a4DLj_hik7gMxCYs0237yfTI4D1xQ&dib_tag=se&keywords=copper%2Bground%2Bbar&qid=1711676090&sprefix=copper%2Bground%2Bbar%2Caps%2C116&sr=8-7&th=1

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Glad I could help. Enjoy

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The mac mini pro can handle up to 3 monitors, one through the HDMI and 2 others through the thunderbolt (USB-C looking port). Because thunderbolt links all devices together, I would think that if both touch screens were using thunderbolt, it should work. I wish I could try it for you, but I don't use touch screens on my desktop; only on my laptop.

Thanks for the feedback. I appreciate you watching my video. FWIW: I do have water separators, filter, and dryer connected to my compressor. I actually changed out my normal desiccant dryer for a DIY made from a Coligan whole house water filter. Instead of 5 ounces of desiccant, it holds 2 POUNDS of desiccant. Definitely dry air. Plus, I live in wyoming. We have have almost no humidity. Thanks again for watching my videos. Mike

If you say so. For me, putting in a DINZ 25 plug for the ground (positive) clamp has become extremely beneficial. I can now ensure better grounds and even multiple grounds. Thanks for watching the video anyway.