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Old May 2nd, 2006 May 2, 2006 2:40:09 AM -   #1 (permalink)
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Has anyone had any experience with building their own screen printing press? I've seen it done before with great results and it seems a good option considering the prices for buying a press. Just wondering if anyone has done it/is doing it and has plans or anything.
 
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ive been thinking about building one myself to cut down on costs heres a spot with directions if u havent seen it before http://stencilinternational.com/tuto...uild_press.php
 
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Thanks dude that site looks pretty good i'll give it a go. If anyone has any other resources/tips or stories, please post.
 
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racingraphix in this thread recently built a press and posted photos:
http://www.t-shirtforums.com/showthread.php?t=2919
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