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    When properly installed, the CrushGrind@...

    When properly installed, the CrushGrind@ mechanism requires no epoxy or similar adhesive. Here’s the deal.

    Most, but not all, instructions for making CrushGrind@ mills provided by US suppliers...
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    E6000 not used in area where turning or sanding...

    E6000 not used in area where turning or sanding is required. Best practice is to cut grooves in mill body and cap. Press fit Crushgrind@ mechanisms. No adhesive required.
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    That's why you should apply shellac to the...

    That's why you should apply shellac to the peppercorn chamber. Food safe and seals wood from contact with peppercorns. - John
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    Replace the epoxy with E6000 adhesive. Coat the...

    Replace the epoxy with E6000 adhesive. Coat the peppercorn chamber with Shellac. You're good to go. - John

    PS - Checkout Turning Salt & Pepper Shakers And Mills​ by Chris West. All you will...
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    Don't even consider making a salt shaker, pepper...

    Don't even consider making a salt shaker, pepper mill, etc. until you get (and read) a copy of Turning Salt & Pepper Shakers And Mills by Chris West. There's a section in the book dedicated to the...
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    Why not mount casters to lathe legs? Much more...

    Why not mount casters to lathe legs? Much more stable than mobile base under each leg. Check out Zambus CarryMaster AC-300S Light & Medium Duty Stem Leveling Caster at...
  7. Thread: First Lathe

    by John King
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    Checkout forum at American Association of...

    Checkout forum at American Association of Woodturners. https://www.aawforum.org/community/ Ask same question. - John
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    See attached. - John

    See attached. - John
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    Why don't you give Grizzly a call and ask them if...

    Why don't you give Grizzly a call and ask them if they are getting out of the chisels business? Only reliable source. - John
  10. Thread: Salt Mill

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    CrushGrind@ the only way to go. Ceramic grinding...

    CrushGrind@ the only way to go. Ceramic grinding mechanism works great for pepper, salt, spices, etc. I live in Houston, TX. Very high humidity. Some salts will absorb moisture, become near solid...
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    Count my vote for Craft Supplies USA. Check it...

    Count my vote for Craft Supplies USA. Check it out at https://www.woodturnerscatalog.com/search?term=smock. - John
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    Don't spend a dime on woodturning...

    Don't spend a dime on woodturning equipment/tools/accessories until you have joined a nearby woodturning club. Talk to club members. Woodturners are known for information sharing. Visit a club...
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    Salt/pepper mills frequently get banged up from...

    Salt/pepper mills frequently get banged up from use in the kitchen. Film finishes - lacquer, wipe on poly and similar - show nicks and bruises and are difficult to repair. I use oil based finishes...
  14. Ask the manufacturer. - John

    Ask the manufacturer. - John
  15. Clarence - Ask Grizzly. - John

    Clarence - Ask Grizzly. - John
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    Ask the vendor. - John

    Ask the vendor. - John
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    David - I have had two of many tools - band saw,...

    David - I have had two of many tools - band saw, drill press, table saw - because I went low price option. Eventually not satisfied with limitations/quality of low price purchases. I upgraded all...
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    Make your own mandrel with a 3/8" x 16 carriage...

    Make your own mandrel with a 3/8" x 16 carriage bolt. Mount in 4-jaw chuck. See attached photos. - John
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    Removal and repair of grinding mechanism and/or...

    Removal and repair of grinding mechanism and/or stopper just another reason NOT to use adhesive (epoxy and similar) when assembling the mill. Press fit of the grinding mechanism and stopper into the...
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    I've had excellent results with Klingspor...

    I've had excellent results with Klingspor Abrasives Stearate Aluminum Oxide, PS33, Paper-Backed, 9"x 11" Sheets. - John
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    Check out www.toolcenter.com...

    Check out www.toolcenter.com. They come highly recommended by a well known woodturner. - John
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    Website says original CrushGrind@ ceramic...

    Website says original CrushGrind@ ceramic mechanism was introduced to the marketplace in 1994. No indication of any design changes or variations since 1994. So, replacing "significantly worn down"...
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    1-1/4" #12 pan head sheet metal screws with...

    1-1/4" #12 pan head sheet metal screws with tailstock support while balancing and shaping exterior of piece. - John
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    Donna - I have been using Crushgrind mechanisms...

    Donna - I have been using Crushgrind mechanisms for years. Never had one returned because it was "significantly worn down." The grinding mechanism components are made of ceramic. It's highly...
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    Richard - Allow me to clarify. Here's the...

    Richard - Allow me to clarify. Here's the unloading process. Use the pallet jack to place the lathe crate on the liftgate. Lower the pallet jack until the lathe crate is firmly sitting on the...
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