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    You can download the manual from the Jet site. ...

    You can download the manual from the Jet site.

    https://jpw-assets.s3.amazonaws.com/c/6/4/1/c64143f0ae6ba93caf96074ac431d2c708ba85a4_M_719500_JWL_1640EVS_Lathe_Edition_4.pdf

    In the specs there,...
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    I think he meant to type: https://woodbarter.com/

    I think he meant to type: https://woodbarter.com/
  3. In my opinion, the video is simply a reminder of...

    In my opinion, the video is simply a reminder of a potential hazard of a common bandsaw design element. (Disregarding the beanbag.)
    When we use these tools day in and day out, we often lose sight of...
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    Looks like a reasonable, affordable solution. ...

    Looks like a reasonable, affordable solution.

    One thing, though. It looks like the pedals for the wheel locks are going to run into the adjacent casters keep the casters from rotating very far.
    ...
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    Same angle drill I've bought from Amazon. Only...

    Same angle drill I've bought from Amazon. Only difference is color of the plastic case and the brand label, that and approx $28 cheaper on Amazon. (Sorry Ken)
    Compared Ken's picture of the inside...
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    We cut down a big southern magnolia tree last...

    We cut down a big southern magnolia tree last fall that was too close to the house. I have turned a few nice pieces from it and have several chunks of it sealed and stacked.

    It's much like soft...
  7. I have a couple of the new style Supernova IIs. ...

    I have a couple of the new style Supernova IIs.
    I had a couple of direct thread G3s for the smaller lathe I used to have. For whatever reason the G3s felt more solid to me in use.
    I don't like...
  8. Nicely done and a good idea. I just bought a...

    Nicely done and a good idea.

    I just bought a pair of salt/pepper mill kits and planned to do a set. I was thinking of using the same wood, cutting a thin groove or two in each and filling the...
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    Cole jaws, as all tools, have their strengths and...

    Cole jaws, as all tools, have their strengths and weaknesses. I use mine for cleaning up the bottom of most of my bowls where possible. Why? because that's what's in my tool box that works.

    There...
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    I have Grizzly G0555LX, which is the same basic...

    I have Grizzly G0555LX, which is the same basic saw. The 30th anniversary version has a different paint job.

    Overall a decent saw for the price but I agree with Steve. I might pay a bit more with...
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    I make soap also and used to use hemp seed oil in...

    I make soap also and used to use hemp seed oil in my soap. I quit using it because it had a shorter shelf life. I could smell the oil starting to go rancid after a relatively few months on the shelf....
  12. I had similar results today with a hickory bowl....

    I had similar results today with a hickory bowl. Mainly from Robo Hippy's info I made a carbide burnishing tool last week and today was the first time I used it to turn up a burr on a NR scraper vs....
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    I built a bench for my Jet 1221 out of pieces...

    I built a bench for my Jet 1221 out of pieces cannibalized from a workbench left in our basement by the previous owner. I have taken it apart and redesigned it a couple times as I have used it and...
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    I have a G0555LX that I bought last fall. I cut...

    I have a G0555LX that I bought last fall. I cut dry and wet wood. When setting it up and adjusting the guides, I noticed how cheap and sloppy the original guide bearings were so I ordered better...
  15. Well, I'm taking this off the table for now. ...

    Well, I'm taking this off the table for now.
    I've spent too much time and tool steel messing this wood and it's turning into a big pain so, while I will set aside some blanks for later I won't be...
  16. It will likely be a few days but I'll cut a few...

    It will likely be a few days but I'll cut a few pieces and post them in the for sale section. Let's see what emerges when I make some cuts.



    Thanks for the confirmation Reed. I was thinking...
  17. I'm in Martinsville. There is a turning club here...

    I'm in Martinsville. There is a turning club here and I've emailed the contact I could find but no response yet.
  18. Hickory and pecan are different species in the...

    Hickory and pecan are different species in the same genus so closely related. I've turned a few things with this and yes, it is hard. It is harder than the oak and maple I have been turning a bunch...
  19. I'm in Virginia zip 24112. My means to process...

    I'm in Virginia zip 24112.

    My means to process without hiring someone is an 18" chainsaw and a bandsaw with 6" resaw to trim stuff up. Not gonna knock this out in a day and blanks will be...
  20. You would be most welcome to come get as much as...

    You would be most welcome to come get as much as you want. Probably not worth the 2,500 mile drive for you, eh?

    I've thought about slabbing it. There are several folks around here with portable...
  21. Any interest in hickory turning blanks?

    Just to be clear, I do not have blanks ready to go and this is not an offer. If and when I have something to sell, I will take pictures of exactly what I have and make a post or posts in the proper...
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    There's nothing wrong with turning pine. Every...

    There's nothing wrong with turning pine. Every wood has its own character and properties. Pine pieces alway makes me think of rustic, western art.
    Every piece you turn on every type of wood makes...
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    Yup, when rough turning a green bowl, you're...

    Yup, when rough turning a green bowl, you're going to get warping and it's going to be tough to hold with just the Cole jaws.
    I have three types of buffers that came with my Cole jaw kit. None will...
  24. I also have a 1/2hp Rikon and also bought one...

    I also have a 1/2hp Rikon and also bought one wheel for the same $$ reason.
    After my usual habit of over-researching these types of purchases, I found several suggestions for 180 grit if you can...
  25. If you are thinking of ordering from WTW it may...

    If you are thinking of ordering from WTW it may be worth a call or email before placing the order. Apparently they are feeling the effects of the corona virus and factory shutdowns on their supply...
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