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My shop is currently setup with a dust collection system using 6" spiral metal pipe running from my cyclone (located in an equipment room) with drops/blast gates at each machine. I'm wondering it I...

Hello, I'm looking to upgrade my OMTech laser and have been exploring the Epilog Edge 24 (60watt). I've been working with my local distributor on pricing, etc. and getting close to making a...

Glenn,

Camaster is a great company, they build a solid machine and stand behind their product. I've had my Stinger II for 3 years and it has treated me well.

Thanks for the info guys. Yeah that possible bearing issue has me concerned...I have been watching the youtube videos from someone who is having the issue.

It's a big purchase, and my...

Are there any owners in the general vacinity of Long Island, NY that would be willing to demo their machine to me? I am looking into upgrading my PM 3520b, but would really like to see the Oneway in...

I just got my Kent Shoe hooked up and it works great. I am still wrestling with the dust collection hose coming down from the ceiling. I rigged up a bungie cord to the ceiling to keep some tension...

I just ordered a dust shoe from Kent for my Stinger II as well. He is a real nice guy and a pleasure to work with. We went back and forth a few times to make sure everything would fit on my...

Exactly Ken and Tim! My biggest challenge is lifting up the machines to put pipes or a dolly under them. I borrowed a Johnson Bar a while ago from someone and it worked out great. I guess I may...

Is there anyone located on Long Island, NY that might happen to have a Johnson Bar that I could borrow? I have to move some big machines around the shop and could really use one.

Thanks
-Joe

Thanks for the replies. I think I will go ahead with a vent through the wall. If I feel real energetic I will build a shroud around the filter to direct the output to the opening I cut in the wall.

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I am looking to mount my Oneida Cyclone in a small shed right on the outside wall of my shop. I understand the issue of removing heated air from the shop, and I am trying to figure out a...

Well, this was my first attempt at rouging out a bowl. It is a green piece of walnut, and I have to say it kind of kicked the crap out of me getting it round! I cut it the best I could on the band...

Hey Randall, I live on long island and I would come out there in a minute to grab those half logs if you are interested in getting rid of them.

-Joe

David Keller was nice enough to send me a bunch of pen blanks to add to my (pretty much non-existant) collection. I made my wife, who is a school teacher, a necklace pen. Apparently it's not cool for...

Thanks Ron!

I am looking to order a 6" tool rest for my 3520B from Rick Herrell. I am not at the lathe right now, does anybody know the tool rest shaft size? is it 1" or 25mm?

Also...would an 8" overall...

I have a nice cherry burl log that I split in half (I made a few pen blanks with a piece of it). I would like to start a bowl, but my first attempt on a green maple blank was a disaster.

This...

Thanks for the kind words. Yeah, when making the first few I did not realize how important it was to turn/sand right up to the bushings.

The light ones are spalted maple which I picked up...

I am new to turning and thought I would share a picture of my first few pens. I am still experimenting with finishing techniques. These all have 4-5 coats of thin CA followed by a light sanding...

I seem to remember reading a post that referenced a wood turners supply store in Northport. I can't find the post...does anyone have the info for this store?

Thanks.
-Joe

P.S. - The Mustard...

Thanks for all the info, I think I will go with the adjustable mandrel from PSI for now.

-Joe

I've done some searching here for information about pen mandrels. Seems there are mixed opinions. At first, I would think an adjustable mandrel would be nice, not having to worry about making up...

Well, Santa made an early stop at our house...I guess to free up some room in his sled. But said I cannot open it until Christmas morning!

Being kind of new to turning I do not have any turning...

Thanks for all the replies and info. It sounds like either would be a good choice. I am reading lots of good info about the Talon, I might give that one a shot.

-Joe

I must have been a good boy this year because Santa just emailed me the tracking number for my new PM 3520. I am kind of new to turning, I had an old Craftsman lathe that I used to play around with,...