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Kent A Bathurst replied to a thread Notre Dame roof reconstruction in General Woodworking and Power Tools

Resurrecting this thread. NPR just broadcast a segment on this process, including interviewing an American. Cool bit. You can go to NPR site -...

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06-01-2023, 4:57 PM

Kent A Bathurst replied to a thread Which Sjobergs workbench: 1060 or 1450 ? in General Woodworking and Power Tools

1. Slow down. No rush. Buy only the bare minimum to cover the first couple projects, and keep the projects simple. For example - get the Ryoba...

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06-01-2023, 12:07 PM

Kent A Bathurst replied to a thread Brad point bits - Norseman, Fuller, LV, other? in General Woodworking and Power Tools

OK - I am for sure not following your thoughts. How does owning 10 of a brand make it easier to replace #11? I guess if the objective is to...

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06-01-2023, 9:44 AM

Kent A Bathurst replied to a thread Brad point bits - Norseman, Fuller, LV, other? in General Woodworking and Power Tools

I'm pretty sure that LV offers as singles every dia. bit included in their set, and then some - nearly 40 individual sizes.

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06-01-2023, 8:10 AM

Kent A Bathurst replied to a thread Workbench retrofit in WorkShops

If I faced the same situation, I'd maybe do this: Not sure why full-face contact is needed for the entire 4" height of the edge? Top upside...

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06-01-2023, 7:29 AM

Kent A Bathurst replied to a thread Loading a 14” bandsaw into a semi-trailer in General Woodworking and Power Tools

Tim - HOLY COW!! Don't be bashful....tell us what you REALLY think. I'm confident in my prediction that your colleagues and neighbors are going to...

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05-31-2023, 7:38 PM

Kent A Bathurst replied to a thread Stanley Yankee No. 133H Spiral “Push” Screw Driver – Cleaned and Lubricated in SawMill Creek Classifieds

Which model was used by Joliet Jake and Elwood in the movie? Every time I see one of these She Caught the Katy starts playing in my head

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05-31-2023, 12:54 PM

Kent A Bathurst replied to a thread When using a secondary bevel does the primary bevel need to be sharpened past coarse? in Neanderthal Haven

Primary bevel never gets near the wood. Does the 2dary bevel do what you want in use? Yes? Then you're done. Making the primary pretty is a...

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05-29-2023, 10:09 AM

Kent A Bathurst replied to a thread Glue solid edging to baltic birch in General Woodworking and Power Tools

Correct - that's why I will use thinned glue as a sizing.

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05-29-2023, 8:55 AM

Kent A Bathurst replied to a thread Am I the jerk here? in Neanderthal Haven

I dunno about the rest of you fellers, but I'm sitting here thinking that if this was about L-V, Rob Lee would have already been in this discussion....

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05-29-2023, 8:36 AM

Kent A Bathurst replied to a thread Glue solid edging to baltic birch in General Woodworking and Power Tools

Yeah. That would do well. Not my thing, though - too late in the game. Old dog. New Tricks. I use T-88 for some structural-type applications...

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05-28-2023, 1:47 PM

Kent A Bathurst replied to a thread Magnetic Drill for Woodworking in General Woodworking and Power Tools

Ruh-roh. I gotta scrap the three end tables in process and start over.

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05-28-2023, 8:43 AM

Kent A Bathurst replied to a thread Glue solid edging to baltic birch in General Woodworking and Power Tools

Good grooming tip. Thanks, Tom

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05-27-2023, 3:31 PM

Kent A Bathurst replied to a thread Glue solid edging to baltic birch in General Woodworking and Power Tools

Thanks all for the input. These assemblies will be hidden in the coffee table case work. 2" flange over 3/4" ply leaves plenty width for 3/8"...

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05-26-2023, 6:19 PM

Kent A Bathurst started a thread Glue solid edging to baltic birch in General Woodworking and Power Tools

I will be using T-III for gluing 1/2" x 2" HM solid wood to the edge of 18mm Baltic Birch A pair of these will be runners and kickers for...

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05-26-2023, 10:01 AM

Kent A Bathurst replied to a thread Double sided tape in General Woodworking and Power Tools

I use this one. Others were too sticky or too thick/cushion-y. https://www.amazon.com/Duck-392907-Indoor-Outdoor-1-41-Inch/dp/B000BO4QZ0

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05-26-2023, 8:44 AM

Kent A Bathurst replied to a thread Where can I get washers like this (pics) in General Woodworking and Power Tools

6mm is less than 1/64 shy of 1/4" File the slot wider? Or change to 6mm bolts? Doesn't solve the length issue though. Hmmmm. How long does the...

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05-24-2023, 10:51 AM

Kent A Bathurst replied to a thread Checks/cracks at the stile of wooden exterior door in General Woodworking and Power Tools

All tickety-boo, then.

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05-24-2023, 10:02 AM

Kent A Bathurst replied to a thread Checks/cracks at the stile of wooden exterior door in General Woodworking and Power Tools

I have a nagging suspicion that this might cause moisture to be trapped inside. Moisture won't stay entrapped - it will out, one way or another. So...

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05-24-2023, 7:38 AM

Kent A Bathurst replied to a thread Low friction plastic in shooting board in Neanderthal Haven

Looks to be, but it ain't. UHMW is Delrin's local cousin - it inhabits our part of the time-space continuum, rather Delrin which eases the way for...

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05-23-2023, 10:50 AM

Kent A Bathurst replied to a thread Transfer blower on dust collector in WorkShops

In my world, rotary airlocks are used to eliminate the need for enclosed hoppers. If you are going to use the airlock, it has to stay attached to...

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05-21-2023, 6:44 PM

Kent A Bathurst replied to a thread Glue for table top in Neanderthal Haven

Just completed walnut nightstand. Jim is correct - T III

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05-21-2023, 3:34 PM

Kent A Bathurst replied to a thread It was a power tool day in General Woodworking and Power Tools

No - he's making Cameron wooddust

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05-21-2023, 3:30 PM

Kent A Bathurst replied to a thread Looking for horizontal slicing bandsaw, g0503? in General Woodworking and Power Tools

As I said - not my area. I never bought a saw with less than 20, but 30-40 was more like it for this type resaw. 100 on gang rip. Ungodly on...

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05-21-2023, 3:18 PM

Kent A Bathurst replied to a thread Looking for horizontal slicing bandsaw, g0503? in General Woodworking and Power Tools

They have 8" machines, 12" machines, and 12" that will saw on a bevel. 3 phase yes. Pallets, yes, but also kiln dried stuff. You're correct, though,...

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05-21-2023, 9:20 AM

Kent A Bathurst replied to a thread small parallel action clamps? in General Woodworking and Power Tools

Sometimes I use double-faced tape to slap a hunk of sandpaper on the back of the wedge that goes against the target face. Requires fewer cuss words....

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05-21-2023, 8:47 AM

Kent A Bathurst replied to a thread Looking for horizontal slicing bandsaw, g0503? in General Woodworking and Power Tools

You should take a few minutes and look into Baker resaws. I spent many years in the lumber remanufacturing bidness. That's where you buy from...

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05-20-2023, 9:50 PM

Paul McGaha replied to a thread I went and done it… in Neanderthal Haven

Tony, That is really very nice. It's an awesome new tool. Congratulations. PHM

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