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Alan Lightstone replied to a thread multiple Festool sanders? in General Woodworking and Power Tools

I consider my Rotex a beast. I rarely use it. Just vibrates too much. On the other hand, my 150/3 is my go-to sander and I love it. A couple of...

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06-26-2022, 9:17 PM

Alan Lightstone replied to a thread Metric tape measures in General Woodworking and Power Tools

I use the Fastcap Flatback metric reverse one. Really like the flatback tape measures. Never had issues with them not lasting.

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06-21-2022, 8:35 AM

Alan Lightstone replied to a thread Cherry Coffee Table Finishing Opinions in Project Finishing

In my experience of screwing up enough finishes until I learned, this is phenomenally good advice. Also, be very careful when rubbing out the...

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06-19-2022, 10:26 AM

Alan Lightstone replied to a thread Keyless Chuck for Drill Press? in General Woodworking and Power Tools

I have the Woodpeckers drill press table with a drawer, so the key is always right in reach. I've thought of purchasing an Albrecht, but have never...

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06-19-2022, 10:21 AM

Alan Lightstone replied to a thread Felder version of sawstop technology? in General Woodworking and Power Tools

Really sorry to hear that the Felder price for their new flesh-saving technology was so high. People balk at the small increase in cost for...

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06-18-2022, 7:47 AM

Alan Lightstone replied to a thread Airborne dust from random orbit sander in General Woodworking and Power Tools

I'm a big fan of maximizing air filtration in my workshop (and everyone's for that matter). And I always use a vacuum with my machine sanding...

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06-13-2022, 7:35 PM

Alan Lightstone replied to a thread How To: Help to Put together an Oneida-Air Cyclone ? in WorkShops

I tipped it up attached to the stand without any trouble, but definitely with 2 people. With the cross braces on the stand, it seemed plenty stout...

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06-06-2022, 9:24 AM

Alan Lightstone replied to a thread Has anyone used Renaissance Wax on their cast iron in General Woodworking and Power Tools

What are other good alternatives? Any automotive waxes? I use Renaissance on some pieces, but definitely not cheap. Personally I use CRC-30 and...

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06-03-2022, 8:24 PM

Alan Lightstone replied to a thread Anyone know of a good robot Wet-dry vac, or handheld? in Off Topic Forum

I actually have, and use a Braava Jet for my kitchen. It sprays solution and mops, but doesn't vacuum up anything. I need a robotic wet-vac that...

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06-03-2022, 2:37 PM

Alan Lightstone replied to a thread Even a Pan can be "Smart" in Off Topic Forum

I'm concerned that the pan would be smarter than the cook. Which would be totally true in my case.

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06-03-2022, 2:30 PM

Alan Lightstone started a thread Anyone know of a good robot Wet-dry vac, or handheld? in Off Topic Forum

Long story, but our concrete balcony was pitched incorrectly. Not an easy or cheap fix, so living with it for now. I would love a robot wet/dry...

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06-01-2022, 9:19 AM

Alan Lightstone replied to a thread Creeker's Past Week's Accomplishments in General Woodworking and Power Tools

Nice to see you're having a leisurely week, Jim. ;) We're all impressed. And tired watching you.

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06-01-2022, 9:16 AM

Alan Lightstone replied to a thread SawStop Reliability in General Woodworking and Power Tools

I think I just raised the blade too high and it somehow contacted, or thought it contacted metal. Kinda shook my head on that one, but when I...

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06-01-2022, 7:59 AM

Alan Lightstone replied to a thread SawStop Reliability in General Woodworking and Power Tools

On my second SawStop. 5HP ICS. Used to have Contractors saw but I upgraded. Two trips. Both my fault. One while raising blade to make new zero...

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05-31-2022, 9:11 AM

Alan Lightstone replied to a thread Best way to photograph your work in General Woodworking and Power Tools

Fascinating, Bill. Never realized any of that. But holy old post, Batman. :D Beat the 10 year mark.

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