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    My 20c worth. If you bolt it down something is...

    My 20c worth. If you bolt it down something is going to break so that would not be a good idea. I presume you have spun the bottom wheel using the motor with no blade and it does not vibrate, now get...
  2. Thread: Tally Ho

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    I too have watched Tally Ho from the first...

    I too have watched Tally Ho from the first episode and along the way learnt new tricks to do things. His skill with a chainsaw matches his skill with planes and chisels and that boat is an excellent...
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    I used a stepper motor but a cheap manual idea...

    I used a stepper motor but a cheap manual idea would be motors out of powered seats in cars. 12V DC and a bit of wire going to a rocker switch, add a cheap digital read out for about $50 and job done.
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    Oiling bearings is easy and can be done without...

    Oiling bearings is easy and can be done without removing the shields or the bearings from the machine. Drill a very small hole in the shield just big enough to fit the tip of a precision oiler in it...
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    Build a torsion box using 6mm skins and 3mm...

    Build a torsion box using 6mm skins and 3mm internal ribbing and it will never sag and won't need a crane to lift it.
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    I gave up on mitre bars and no longer use them...

    I gave up on mitre bars and no longer use them instead I use PTFE or similar round rod which can be sized closely in a lathe. Two per jig/sled works for me, I counter bore the location for the rod...
  7. Putting additional devices for dust extraction...

    Putting additional devices for dust extraction under the table is not necessary and totally unneeded and the reason seems to be little understood. The lower cabinet is sealed when the door is closed...
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    Always spread your investments to avoid...

    Always spread your investments to avoid disappointment when the market crashes.
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    I don't own one so I wouldn't know. The...

    I don't own one so I wouldn't know. The commentary surrounding the changeover fascinates me and watching those desperate to deny that the world is finally realising cars and transport are undergoing...
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    There is an undeniable truism around electric...

    There is an undeniable truism around electric cars, anyone who does not like them and their objection is proven wrong will always find another reason not to buy one.
  11. That's weird Jim because I see all images...

    That's weird Jim because I see all images uploaded and always have and we have had this discussion before.
  12. No, I can see all other pics when I am logged in.

    No, I can see all other pics when I am logged in.
  13. Jim, can you please have a look at my post that...

    Jim, can you please have a look at my post that should show images and let me know why they are there in the edit screen but not when viewed in the thread. Thanks.
  14. Why do none of the pictures I uploaded do not...

    Why do none of the pictures I uploaded do not appear in my last post. When I go into edit they are all there.
  15. As long as the piece being ripped is not flexible...

    As long as the piece being ripped is not flexible to the extent you cannot apply enough load on the jig to clamp it then yes I use the F&F jig. Understand the F&F jig was originally invented to be a...
  16. I agree with the sharpen until it works theory...

    I agree with the sharpen until it works theory but having a reference or target lets you compare how far off you are and most probably shortens the learning curve and frustration involved.
  17. My advice is to use the saw for a while and then...

    My advice is to use the saw for a while and then decide if clamps are needed at all for the work you are doing. The F&F jig is a very versatile clamping system and is all that I use, it costs about...
  18. There is always a lot of noise in sharpening...

    There is always a lot of noise in sharpening threads but the one thing that beginners or even those who have been at it for a while have a problem with is what does sharp actually feel like. All...
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    Those who think it can't be done need to learn...

    Those who think it can't be done need to learn that the table can be moved by releasing the bolts that hold it to the trunnion (on most saws). I think the greatest con in bandsaw land is the Laguna...
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    When Australia went metric visualising the...

    When Australia went metric visualising the measurement was the hardest thing to do but I found using familiar items helped. A 6" rule is 150mm and a 12" is 300mm, a yard is very close to 39" etc. I...
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    By inverter I think you mean VFD? Did it come...

    By inverter I think you mean VFD? Did it come with the impeller or you have to find one? With a VFD you have a choice of how fast to run it but generally a 15" impeller at 60hz will be fine using 6"...
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    A 12" impeller is not big enough for effective...

    A 12" impeller is not big enough for effective dust collection.
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    I was concerned that an imbedded track would...

    I was concerned that an imbedded track would become difficult to use due to dirt and debris filling the track and to avoid that and give me the ability to remove the fence and have a clear bench top...
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    For short pieces I use the rip fence, set the...

    For short pieces I use the rip fence, set the dimension required and place the material being cut on the sliding table and the rip fence becomes the stop with the "offcut" being the required size. I...
  25. If Festool were honest I think the original...

    If Festool were honest I think the original purpose of the track saw was for it to be an onsite saw for trades people and like other items in their range has morphed into the hobby sector. Festool in...
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