Hi, I can consistently find 5 x 10 cnc routers for sale used around 15k, but none of them have auto tool changing capability. I can also google around and find NEW machines that have auto tool changing that are 100k + My question is if there is a good base model that I could buy now w/o the...
Last Post By: Jim Becker Yesterday, 2:36 PMI couldn’t help to notice that Feb 11 is coming up quickly. Is Feb 11 the 20th anniversary of SMC? I would love to hear more about how SMC was started. To Keith, forum administrators, and members thanks for all the shared wisdom and insights.
Last Post By: Keith Outten Yesterday, 9:39 AMI am making two nightstands. The legs are made of 3/4x2" cherry and the aprons are 3/4"x1.5". The aprons have 2 pocket screws in either end. When I screw the aprons into the legs so that it is into the 3/4" thickness, the legs split. I tried clamping them first so they can't split, but they do...
Last Post By: Jim Becker Yesterday, 9:38 PMI just bought a used Ring Master in an on line auction to play with. Anybody have one that can give me a few pointers to accelerate my learning curve? Perry
Last Post By: Rick Potter Today, 3:47 AMI'm looking for a decent 12" radial arm saw and considering the ones made by the Original Saw Company. Are they worth the money and if I were to buy one used are there any known issues that I should I be looking for? Thanks
Last Post By: Eugene Dixon Yesterday, 6:22 PMI tell them that I seem to spend most of my time doing finish work on my home. Jamb extensions, custom made casings, cabinetry, built-ins...but, I'd
Lisa Starr Today, 7:53 AMI have to agree with Bill. Whether rough or S2S, if the wood has been in your shop for 3-4 years, it should be well settled in MC wise. I've had a couple
Paul Haus Today, 7:52 AMYou just need to adjust your oscillation cylinder. Look up the manual for an explanation of how to do this. I have two wide belt sanders. A new Cantec
Bobby Robbinett Today, 7:51 AMI tell people I'm a hobbyist and hand tool enthusiast who aspires to get better at the craft.
Rob Luter Today, 7:49 AMThe Baldor is definitely a premium grinder. When I had my machine shop, we had dozens of them. They just ran, all day, everyday, and ours were abused.
Lisa Starr Today, 7:49 AM
Time for some levity
Thread Starter: Dave Anderson NHWith all of the negativity and political stuff going on with the Covid-19 virus it is time to look at the humorous side of things. Feel free to add more, but keep it clean or it will be deleted.
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