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Derek thanks for the link and I spent some time there and you have put together a very informative site. Thanks

Tim what degree should I grind at and do you add a micro bevel to these blades?

Thanks Jeff

I recently purchased this plane from ebay and the previous owner squared the blade up and used it as a chisel, the end of the blade is mushroomed. How can I get the blade back in usable shape. How...

I had one for about 3 or 4 years and didnt have any problems with it. I recently sold it, I got a good deal on a delta 18-36. If not I would still have it.

Got it all worked out and now its cutting fine. I had the blades extended too far and I think is why they were getting chipped. Thanks for all the help.

I ground the blades at 25 but each time I tried the plane on pine one of the blades keeps chipping. Ill try the 30 degree. Should I try a secondary bevel?

Jim, what angle would you recommend I grind the blades at? Thanks

Recently purchased and cant find any info on these planes. Can anyone tell me do the cutters go bevel up or down and how much of the blade should be exposed? When sharpening the blades should I...

I bought a used #3 that needs to be cleaned up. Anyone know of some good videos that detail this process?

I second the dust chute, if the safety button isnt pressed it will make that same noise and alot of smoke which is the belt.burning. Dont ask how I know twice.

Thanks George Ill stick with what I have.

I use a ridgid planer now but also have a boxed dw735 that I havent opened yet. Is that hitachi a better planer than these two or should I stick with what I have?

Anyone own one of these planers or know a little about them? I have a chance to pick one up for $425 in good condition but know nothing about it. Any info will help. How much are blades, 2 or 3...

WTB stanley #4 and #5. Looking for good users,anyone looking to part with one or both I would be interested. Thanks

Good eye Nick the second rip cut I notice the handle is down.

I just purchased a used #7 to flatten my bench top. Tuned it up, sharpened the blade and went to use it. I can make a couple of passes but then the chips start to jam in the mouth and I cant figure...

Thanks all for the replies, reason I used the 4 and 5 in Pop woodworking #167 Chris Schwarz used them to reflatten his bench. I didnt want to go the router route cause the time it would take to make...

Ive been trying to get mine flat but cant seem to get it. I followed and article I have in a magazine which theyb used a no.4 smoother and a no. 5 jack to flatten. I went on the diagonal from both...

Looking to build one but cant find a design in any of my magazines, so could you post some pics of yours? Thanks

Paid $40 for mine, seller thought it didnt run but was only a dirty on/off switch. Ive had great luck with it. Still using the sand paper that came on it.

I have alot of potato bugs in my basement shop and Ill put some saw dust down and see what I come up with.

Done building a Shaker inspired clock out of walnut and now need to put a finish on. Im fairly new to finish and am open to any ideas. Any help would be appreciated.

Gene your not alone with fence problems, I to have a 10"(slider) with a fence thats off. Bought it last March and just this week went to Sears with complaint and now Im waiting for a new fence next...

Ive been wanting to learn how to handcut dovetais so I bought a Gent saw from Rockler but just doesnt feel right in the hand. Im now looking for a decent dovetail saw from Rockler. Can anyone point...