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  1. The feature of walking around inside some...

    The feature of walking around inside some buildings has either gone away or I am not up to speed on the latest version. Google Earth is an excellent way to be an armchair adventurer.
  2. I have used some beautiful wood from Hibdon...

    I have used some beautiful wood from Hibdon Hardwoods in St. Louis MO. 25 years ago you could buy beautiful big boards there by the board foot. They have moved away from selling lumber and sell sets...
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    You should be able to re-saw your instrument wood...

    You should be able to re-saw your instrument wood when you get that the way you want it.
    I just had a disappointing failure with my Delta 14 that is a little too small for my resew blade. Don't cut...
  4. I hope someone in the DC area snags some of the...

    I hope someone in the DC area snags some of the Yoshino Cherry that is being removed. It is not highly desirable for lumber but would be a fun novelty. Turning the trees into mulch is the plan...
  5. Several times a year Lowes For Pros has a 10% off...

    Several times a year Lowes For Pros has a 10% off promo that lasts for a week. Lowes is the only store card I use. My Menard's 11% rebate funny money keeps piling up. I hope use it for a mini split...
  6. A user manual seems to be available for $9.99...

    A user manual seems to be available for $9.99 from https://www.all-usermanuals.com/checkout

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    I agree with George about Snaplock not being...

    I agree with George about Snaplock not being ideal. It works on my 2 hp DC. In the shop with a 5 hp D.C. a section of light gauge round snap lock collapsed. In the really nice shop we had heavy gauge...
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    I worked in a shop that was always far from tidy....

    I worked in a shop that was always far from tidy. The owners cleaning girl cleaned the shop a few times. On her first day she decided to vacuum the dust out of a bunch of small parts bins and sucked...
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    I try to avoid putting a screw in the lock. A...

    I try to avoid putting a screw in the lock. A screw hole in the lock creates a problem in the future. Occasionally a joint is problematic and I will screw the lock together. Quality control of mass...
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    I have had cases where it only took an eighth of...

    I have had cases where it only took an eighth of a turn on the lugs to correct a finicky breaker. Also check for aluminum wire which can create this problem. When I find aluminum wire I make sure...
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    I have one of those antique razor blade planes....

    I have one of those antique razor blade planes. If I do not find it soon I am going to order the modern version that uses a single edge utility razor blade.
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    Two of my Danger Ranger spokes people are E.R....

    Two of my Danger Ranger spokes people are E.R. doctors. One of them says his most detested tool is the chain saw. The other says hers is the ATV.
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    I would check the lugs where the wires connect to...

    I would check the lugs where the wires connect to the circuit breaker. They should be very tight.
    Take precautions to avoid getting shocked or causing a short.
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    I have heard from several sources that...

    I have heard from several sources that woodworking tools are the most dangerous industrial machines, because of razor sharp blades traveling at very high speeds and unlimited availability.
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    You may have some lingering stripper and old...

    You may have some lingering stripper and old finish residues. I use a fairly strong solution of TSP (not TSP substitute) or denatured alcohol for the final cleaning after stripping. If it is a...
  16. For Ag. equipment we use weld on sprockets and...

    For Ag. equipment we use weld on sprockets and reuse the hub if possible.

    https://paulbhardware.com/power-transmission-fluid-power/roller-chain-sprockets-hubs
  17. I see this Kalamazoo. I do not recall ever seeing...

    I see this Kalamazoo. I do not recall ever seeing a Rockwell or Powermatic with built in D.C.

    https://kalamazooind.com/product/s6mv-6-x-48-inch-industrial-belt-sander-with-vacuum-base/
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    The Ag. economy is followed closely in our area....

    The Ag. economy is followed closely in our area. This article appeared today.
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    Thanks Kevin Jenness, I watched a YouTube book...

    Thanks Kevin Jenness, I watched a YouTube book review for Shaker Legacy and requested the book via I.L.L.
    I.L.L. is a free service offered by most libraries.

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  20. Thread: Ants

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    I avoid pesticides but do use Borax products as a...

    I avoid pesticides but do use Borax products as a last resort. We have an invasion of tiny ants for a few weeks most springs. I put out Terro liquid ant bait when they get bad.
    Borax, the active...
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    It sure is a good looking finish. I prefer it to...

    It sure is a good looking finish. I prefer it to the colored varnish that I often see on ready made cabinets.
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    The Shaker Village and museum in Infield NH is...

    The Shaker Village and museum in Infield NH is neat to visit. The Shakers sure have a pleasing aesthetic. They also found very beautiful places to make their settlements and built things that stand...
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    I have not replicated that brand but have used...

    I have not replicated that brand but have used various oil stains to come up with similar looking end results. I use MinWax and Old Masters oil stains. I will often mix MinWax natural or MinWax...
  24. Thanks Zachary. Another nice feature of NY! I...

    Thanks Zachary. Another nice feature of NY! I have offered the Flying Jr. to the Binder Lake Sailing Club. Their private lake is exempt from the 12 foot rule. I am going to pay the fees on the...
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    I posted about my quick, simple method for...

    I posted about my quick, simple method for simple, slim, Shaker rails with the router table and dado not too long ago. Some of this may apply.

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