Professor Dr. SWMBO and I are "more than casually" looking for our "downsize" property. The two of us do not need such a large home and property going forward as our older daughter is already living "independently" in town (she's a special needs adult, so isn't totally independent) and the younger,...
Last Post By: Brian Elfert Today, 8:49 AMAfter many searches, YouTube videos, various research, etc, I've finally come to you folks for some advice. I'm ready to buy my first turning tools. I have a new midi lathe (Laguna Revo 1216) and will soon have a grinder and CBN wheels on the way. I need help deciding on my first turning tools. I...
Last Post By: Allen Mattsen Yesterday, 10:56 PMI've got a couple bandsaws, the one in question being a 14" Delta. It is exactly as it was when it left the factory, except it's on it's 10th or so blade, and has new cool blocks. I use it for the odd job saw, so it gets used often. I was using it tonight, and I got to thinking, the last time I...
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Hmm, wonder how much longer that Navajo white will last with the PC police ramping up?
Ole Anderson Today, 9:36 AMTypically, a drill bushing has a few ten-thousandths of an inch larger ID than it's nominal size, at least in the smaller sizes. You need to know the
Paul F Franklin Today, 9:35 AMJust painted two bedrooms, both have white ceilings, one needed repainting and I stayed with white. I HATE painting ceilings, so I used the paint that
Ole Anderson Today, 9:33 AMWhat is the tolerance for fit? If a shaft is 10mm, is the inner diameter of the guide/bushing the same? If slightly larger bore is needed, then by how
Barry Blitz Today, 9:20 AMI've been going back and forth between a decent DC and a real cabinet saw. From what I've seen thus far, either choice would require some concessions.
Julie Moriarty Today, 9:19 AMThis thread may help. Besides Grandpa's 1950 Emerson I had a 1970's "113." contractor. I added a decent...
glenn bradley 02-26-2021 11:13 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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