I'm looking to upgrade my Rigid belt sander. I make furniture, and never owned a stationary belt or disc sander. Which would get more use in your shop and why?
a) Powermatic comination belt/disc...
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I'm looking to upgrade my Rigid belt sander. I make furniture, and never owned a stationary belt or disc sander. Which would get more use in your shop and why?
a) Powermatic comination belt/disc...
Look what the cat dragged in....
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So pumped that it is finally here! Because I live only a few hours from Camaster HQ, they had Paul Harrison drop it right onto my shop floor using the...
Thanks all. Jim, thanks for the tip on high freq sound. I'll give it a whirl as is and get a feel for how loud/annoying the noise is. Good to know that some simple panels can make a good...
Prep work complete. More work than I originally planned, but since machine is on order and I had the time, why not. In this picture you can see the completed room, with the machine placement...
I'll just put 2 coats of flooring poly on and leave it natural. For a shop I think it looks fine, but I've found the only downside is that when you drop a small screw it becomes a "where's Waldo"...
Jim, not bad - I think I like it! I have about 8" more along that wall, and the hinge direction on that door helps too. Good news is that I have a few options, and I'll need to play with it once...
Thanks guys. The DC actually sits under the stairs to attic which is accessed by that door (see below for better view). The main access to shop is door on right, and I need to keep walkway clear...
This is a huge compromise. Unfortunately I planned this little bay horribly. It has too many doors: the main shop man-door to right, access to wood shop on left, door to attic on top, and overhead...
I live in Augusta, GA area which is a huge golf capital, and it seems everyone drives around in golf cars. When I built my shop I reserved a ~2/3 garage bay for my golf car, but now it will need to...
Jim - wow, fantastic - congratulations on the arrival. What an awesome machine, and it fits perfectly in that area of your shop!
The picture of the bee on the pallet is hilarious!:) Thanks for...
Well I finally did it. After much research I finally placed my CNC order with Camaster. I ordered:
PT404 Panther CNC
3 kW spindle
Phenolic top w/ Incra t-slot system
Cyclone Vacuum...
I joined camheads but cannot post, view pics, search, etc. I sent pvt note to Joey Jarrard to but no response so far. Is there a better contact there who can help me? Site is not clear who to...
All good here. I went to see a local shop with both vacuum systems and ATC. Spent time thinking through my work and where I would use the convenience and productivity of each option. Jim, it...
LOL. I honestly feel the same way. Once I write that check I'll be eagerly awaiting my 'lil stinger baby :-). Not many chances in life to make such a big purchase so it is indeed exciting (but...
OK, I've settled on the CamMaster Stinger II SR44. I am a serious hobby woodworker with occasional revenue generation. I tend to buy higher end tools vs. what I can really justify with facts &...
Absolutely no problem if you are not sure. Anyone else who is knowledgeable about these machines and have any facts?
Dan
I'm interested in what you learned comparing Axiom to Camaster. I'm on the market as well but just beginning the research.
For my type of woodworking projects, 1/16" never felt accurate enough. 1/32" was overkill and harder to read/assess. I found 1mm (which is in between) to be perfect. All of my equipment and...
I used 1/2" copper in my last 2 shops. Love it. 3/4" is not needed for the use cases you have.
Dan
I'm a hobbyist and for me it's all about precision and pure enjoyment. I feel fortunate to have the discretionary income. Necessary? Absolutely not. It's just a choice in lieu of other things...
Where/how do you guys recommend selling used machines? Craigslist, Ebay, ??
Dan
If it works it's a good deal - go for it, and certainly if you made a verbal agreement already....
Dan
Shop space is a premium for me after installing a euro slider. This year I am going to upgrade the jointer and planer, and I'm considering a combo machine. Which option would you choose:
a)...
I'm planning to build about 30 maple base/wall cabinets in EURO style with solid edge banding. I plan to cut my panels to rough width/length and finalize after banding (~3/8 thick) is installed. ...
If it had a chainsaw attachment I'd buy it in a heartbeat.