Hello all,

I have this idea about making a slip mixer / reclaimer. Slip works best when it is made just right, but I find that mine is hard to keep this way. It dries out as I use it and small chunks keep getting in it. Also, I hate trying to mix it up before I use it with a drill and jiffy mixer. So after a little research I saw the Lehman 30b reclaimer.

Here is a link:
Lehman Equipment

And another link to the assembly instructions
http://www.lehmanmfg.com/pdf/30b.pdf

The price tag of $675 is a little high for me and after a little reading I think I can build one for less then $200. A few things sparked my interest and make me think this is actually very easy. The first is that it uses a standard 1/2 hp motor and these easy to find. The second is that the tank is a standard 30 gallon drum. These are also very common. So my plan is to get my hands on one of these drums and reinforce the top and mount the motor in the center. Then I will use a shaft coupler to attach a 24" stainless steel shaft with the propeller on it. Finally I will add a fitting and faucet to the bottom of the tank.

I have found all the parts and listed them on my website.
Slip Mixing Tank

I am curious to hear all your thoughts.

josh