In the spirit of summer, we kick off this week with a  timely discussion of whether you can cook food on the engine of your car; how hot would your exhaust pipes even need to be? Stephen shares the current challenges he’s facing with his CNC (computer numerical control) project; avoiding messy wiring, dos and don’ts of using electrical tape and when to upgrade to a bigger 3D printing.  We also discuss the special place in Hell for the person at the hardware store who puts the wrong screw in the wrong drawer. 😈

Manifold Destiny: Cooking on a Car Engine 

• Experience the culinary adventure of transforming your car into a BBQ hotspot 
• Exhaust pipes can reach temperatures of up to 1200°F; certainly enough to cook an egg 
• Stainless steel changes color based on heat, with blue occurring around 550-650°F and brown near 450°F
• We compare the artistry of welding techniques on Instagram akin to the Mona Lisa to the practical Parker-style welding approach 

CNC (computer numerical control): Stephen Project Status Update 

• Stephen provides a status update on his ongoing CNC project 
• Tips for avoiding messy wiring and achieving a professional look in CNC projects
• Discussion on the dos and don'ts of using electrical tape
• Considerations for upgrading to a larger 3D printer, expanding your printing possibilities 
• The special place in hell for the person who puts the wrong screw in the wrong drawer at the hardware store 

Summary/Takeaways:

• Transform your car into a BBQ to unlock the culinary potential of your vehicle’s engine
• Avoid Mad Max-style wiring, elevating the overall aesthetic and functionality of your CNC project 

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