# Episode 160: The Cadillac of trailers

- Show: [Making It](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it)
- Published: 2018-03-16
- Length: 57m
- Page: https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2018-03-16-episode-160-the-cadillac-of-trailers
- Listen: https://making-it-with-jimmy-diresta-bob-clagett-and-david-picciuto.castos.com/episodes/episode-160-the-cadillac-of-trailers

## Summary

Jimmy Diresta details the theft of his expensive Cam-Tilt trailer, describing how thieves cut his lock and left his generator behind, while Bob Clagett and David Picciuto discuss their recent purchases of high-end woodworking joiners. The hosts explore how these 'luxury' tools, despite initial skepticism about their necessity, significantly improved workflow and project outcomes, such as creating an octagonal coat rack. They also cover practical shop advice, including drywall finishing techniques, CNC machining settings for Fusion 360, and the value of community support for makers.

## Chapters

- [0:00](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2018-03-16-episode-160-the-cadillac-of-trailers#t=0) Introduction: Jimmy Diresta's Stolen Trailer
- [10:07](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2018-03-16-episode-160-the-cadillac-of-trailers#t=607) CNC Project: Aluminum Numbers for Brooklyn Building
- [14:26](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2018-03-16-episode-160-the-cadillac-of-trailers#t=866) CNC Workflow: Fusion 360 vs. Tormach Software
- [17:46](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2018-03-16-episode-160-the-cadillac-of-trailers#t=1066) Shop Renovation: Drywall and Door Makeover
- [24:57](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2018-03-16-episode-160-the-cadillac-of-trailers#t=1497) Woodworking Tools: The Case for Joiners and Planers
- [45:05](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2018-03-16-episode-160-the-cadillac-of-trailers#t=2705) Regrets and Efficiency: Circular Saws and Drum Sanders
- [51:09](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2018-03-16-episode-160-the-cadillac-of-trailers#t=3069) Community Shoutouts and Maker Advice

## Topics

- [Fabrication & craft](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/fabrication-and-craft)
- [EDA & CAD tools](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/eda-and-cad-tools)
- [Maker community & events](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/maker-community)
- [Scaling production](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/scaling-production)
- [Validation & product-market fit](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/validation-and-product-market-fit)

## Most relevant to

makers and hobbyists

## Mentioned

- Cam-Tilt (product)
- Fusion 360 (tool)
- Tormach (tool)
- 3M VHB (material)
- Birchwood Casey (company)
- ShopBot (tool)
- Rykon (company)
- KenCraft (company)
- Gosford Handyman (other)
- Alex Steel (other)
- Evan and Caitlin (other)

## Related episodes from other shows

- [STL262: The old tool trinity](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/shop-talk-live/2022-03-25-stl262-the-old-tool-trinity) (Shop Talk Live)
- [STL202: This guy found a workbench on the side of the road!](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/shop-talk-live/2019-11-08-stl202-this-guy-found-a-workbench-on-the-side-of-the-road) (Shop Talk Live)
- [STL 170: Biscuit Joiner vs. Dowel Jigs](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/shop-talk-live/2018-08-17-stl-170-biscuit-joiner-vs-dowel-jigs) (Shop Talk Live)
- [STL365: The Thrifty Trio Convenes](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/shop-talk-live/2026-05-01-stl365-the-thrifty-trio-convenes) (Shop Talk Live)
- [STL 134: Crosscut Sleds and Friendly Commissions](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/shop-talk-live/2017-03-31-stl-134-crosscut-sleds-and-friendly-commissions) (Shop Talk Live)

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