View Profile: Michael Burnside - Sawmill Creek Woodworking Community

03-19-2023, 3:31 PM

Michael Burnside replied to a thread Trouble gluing miter joints in General Woodworking and Power Tools

I prefer TB original for most things, including frames, but wow this threaded rod clamp for frames is genius! Thanks for sharing.

24 replies | 1346 view(s)

03-17-2023, 4:54 PM

Michael Burnside replied to a thread Yorahome silverback 6060 in CNC Machines

I haven't but it looks pretty cool for a nice startup machine. In looking through the literature it seems like it is supported by Vectric but I'd...

3 replies | 357 view(s)

03-17-2023, 12:19 PM

Michael Burnside replied to a thread I was told a regular rip fence (in its regular position) is unsafe for large boards in General Woodworking and Power Tools

If it isn't dry and could easily move when cutting, I'd use my track saw. Generally I only rip 8/4 and thinner dried lumber on my TS. Anything...

18 replies | 1404 view(s)

03-16-2023, 11:00 AM

Michael Burnside replied to a thread Vertical Fence in CNC Machines

Love it, what a great idea and clever design. Really the only clamps you'd need are at the top, otherwise a stop is good. Maybe add a lip to the...

8 replies | 508 view(s)

03-14-2023, 1:30 PM

Michael Burnside replied to a thread Filling expansion joints in concrete floor in WorkShops

If you want it non-permanent, use dowel rods (wood or aluminum). I have one place where my planer is and it drove me nuts going across that when I...

21 replies | 1761 view(s)

03-13-2023, 11:36 AM

Michael Burnside replied to a thread Beginner CNC software in CNC Machines

True, but any of the newer PCs with built-in GPU is adequate. The Mini I bought for 550 with Intel GPU + Hardware acceleration is imperceptibly...

40 replies | 5430 view(s)

03-12-2023, 5:02 PM

Michael Burnside replied to a thread First time milling aluminum in CNC Machines

Sure, totally agree in some circumstances it makes sense. I do use the method, just not my favorite. I’ve even taped the top side to the table around...

19 replies | 2097 view(s)

03-12-2023, 4:55 PM

Michael Burnside replied to a thread Beginner CNC software in CNC Machines

One thing not mentioned is that Vcarve takes very little resources. I’m a certifiable computer nerd and I setup macs for my family because they are...

40 replies | 5430 view(s)

03-12-2023, 4:40 PM

Michael Burnside replied to a thread Local Woodcraft advertising Baltic Birch in General Woodworking and Power Tools

5x5 for 90 bucks? Huh? Is this real 13 ply BB premium grade? You should buy as much as you can carry at that price. At the pro lumber shop near me it...

8 replies | 920 view(s)

03-10-2023, 2:07 PM

Michael Burnside replied to a thread First time milling aluminum in CNC Machines

On using CA glue and tape, if it works for you, don't worry about it. It's not my favorite for some reasons Jim pointed out (I z-zero to the...

19 replies | 2097 view(s)

03-10-2023, 12:00 PM

Michael Burnside replied to a thread Flush trimming and chipping in General Woodworking and Power Tools

Grabbing a Diablo bit at your local HD and using it on 40 or 50 linear feet should work fine, but that bit won't last. There's nothing magical...

41 replies | 1894 view(s)

03-09-2023, 6:21 PM

Michael Burnside replied to a thread Woodmizer Jointer-planer in General Woodworking and Power Tools

Interesting, I've never heard of this company either. I would much prefer these over the Hammer options. Like you, I think I'd go nuts switching...

22 replies | 1419 view(s)

03-09-2023, 2:56 PM

Michael Burnside replied to a thread MFT/3 value in shop with table saw and miter saw ? in General Woodworking and Power Tools

The Dashboard tables are a work of art, really, but if you have a traditional workbench, you can easily add 1545 or 1530 extrusion and utilize...

15 replies | 985 view(s)

03-09-2023, 2:24 PM

Michael Burnside replied to a thread MFT/3 value in shop with table saw and miter saw ? in General Woodworking and Power Tools

Very good points and this is exactly how I use mine. The side extrusions of 1545 aluminum will fit the Dashboard (https://dashboardpws.com/shop)...

15 replies | 985 view(s)

03-09-2023, 12:51 PM

Michael Burnside replied to a thread New sander giving me shocks in General Woodworking and Power Tools

Advice on actual electrical checks is advisable as others have posted. If you run the sander without it touching the work surface it should not...

23 replies | 2132 view(s)

03-09-2023, 11:53 AM

Michael Burnside replied to a thread MFT/3 value in shop with table saw and miter saw ? in General Woodworking and Power Tools

I have a 4'x8' workbench with the perimeter made of 1545 aluminum extrusion. I find that part of the "MFT" to be invaluable. This is not often...

15 replies | 985 view(s)

03-08-2023, 7:04 PM

Michael Burnside replied to a thread 20 vs 15 planer in General Woodworking and Power Tools

I'm of the same opinion. Barring any arguments whether or not that's good on a helical head (I tend to think it's fine if you clean periodically), I...

34 replies | 9022 view(s)

03-08-2023, 11:54 AM

Michael Burnside replied to a thread Finish sanders? in General Woodworking and Power Tools

I tried the Mirka Deros and Festool ETS EC 150/3 EQ and liked them both. I chose the Festool as I felt I had a bit more freedom to shift and move my...

21 replies | 1294 view(s)

03-08-2023, 11:01 AM

Michael Burnside replied to a thread Shop Vac for Table Saw Dust Collection in WorkShops

You need volume, not power, but it might not be the shop-vac and rather the design of the table saw housing. On a 40-year old saw it's probably safe...

10 replies | 1260 view(s)

03-07-2023, 6:57 PM

Michael Burnside replied to a thread 20 vs 15 planer in General Woodworking and Power Tools

Hands down, 15" with a better head. And you are right, it matters what you do, but if you're new, I'm guessing you might want to build a table or a...

34 replies | 9022 view(s)

03-07-2023, 5:02 PM

Michael Burnside replied to a thread First time milling aluminum in CNC Machines

No kidding? I wondered. I've tried that trick on the drill press, just never thought to do it on the CNC. To the OP, I've never cut aluminum...

19 replies | 2097 view(s)

03-07-2023, 3:23 PM

Michael Burnside replied to a thread How to safely make this cut? in General Woodworking and Power Tools

Oh, yea NEVER would I attempt this on a tablesaw without a holding jig. I think this is where people get hurt. They don't want to spend 30-45...

29 replies | 1862 view(s)

03-07-2023, 3:14 PM

Michael Burnside replied to a thread SawStop in General Woodworking and Power Tools

I personally like these stories. I like to understand how an injury could have been prevented just before the SawStop technology kicked in. ...

61 replies | 7022 view(s)

03-07-2023, 1:09 PM

Michael Burnside replied to a thread How to safely make this cut? in General Woodworking and Power Tools

Just making one or the pair, I'd use a bandsaw. Multiples? I'd build a jig for my table saw that held the piece safely and securely. A jig would...

29 replies | 1862 view(s)

03-06-2023, 3:55 PM

Michael Burnside replied to a thread Where to buy Formica Laminate in the Seattle area in General Woodworking and Power Tools

Mine was 61.92 two weeks ago :eek: Just checked now and it's the same as you show and free shipping to my home LOL. Go figure.

17 replies | 1403 view(s)

03-06-2023, 3:26 PM

Michael Burnside replied to a thread Where to buy Formica Laminate in the Seattle area in General Woodworking and Power Tools

I just bought some for a couple shop projects (4x8 matte black). In my area (Colorado) it was was 10 or 15 bucks to ship for some reason (not...

17 replies | 1403 view(s)

03-03-2023, 11:19 AM

Michael Burnside replied to a thread Buy new now or wait in General Woodworking and Power Tools

Powermatic will come after the Jet promotion. Disappointingly though, Jet only has 10% off bandsaws...pass.

69 replies | 11471 view(s)

Michael Burnside
Contributor

Mini Statistics

Recent Visitors

Basic Information

About Michael Burnside

Statistics

Total Posts

General Information

Michael Burnside Contributor

Mini Statistics

Recent Visitors

Basic Information

About Michael Burnside

Statistics

Total Posts

General Information

Michael Burnside
Contributor