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Threading tools
Hi all...... Wanting to learn how to thread boxes but don't know which threading tools to buy......Which threading tools is the better one..Crown, Robert Sorby, Allen Batty, or is there others... need...
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OT: Baja house update
For those that asked, I put the pictures from our trip this weekend up today: House is coming along well and we're moving on Oct. 12! Mac
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Turner's Elbow - what is it?
Turner's Elbow - what is it? If not mistaken, it's not the same as Tennis Elbow. I've heard it mentioned, and a few websites have tools they claim will help or prevent. I took a week long class, and...
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HAVE YOU EVER FELT LIKE THIS?
I'M NOT ALLOWED TO RUN THE TRAIN OR SEE HOW FAST IT WILL GO I'M NOT ALLOWED TO LET OFF STEAM OR MAKE THE WHISTLE BLOW I DO NOT EXERCISE CONTROL OR EVEN RING THE BELL BUT LET THE DAMN THING JUMP THE...
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Turned Lidded Box Instructions web pages up
I've put up the One Way of Making A Lidded Box instructions on my woodworking site. "Pages 1 through, and including Page 6 are GIF files you can download, print and take out to the shop to try. Not...
 
occasioal reminder - cheap faceplates
for those who are new to this - you can get welded faceplates from me at the web address below - I started making these because I didn't like the prices of store bought ones so I made a bunch for...
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Delta 14inch (stuck faceplate)
Hello all, Just assembled the lathe and can't seem to get the faceplate off. Tried turning it counterclockwise, as the manual states. Shot it with WD-40. Looked around for a set screw somewhere. It's...
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Recent thoughts on Craftsman 15' pro?
Hi, Wondering if there is anyone currently using the Craftsman 15" Professional lathe from Sears and would be willing to share their experience with it? The one I am considering purchasing can be seen...
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Slightly OT-Compressors
I'm looking for a compressor for my shop--mostly to move dust around and clean up but also to nail & brad a few small projects--nothing like framing or roofing. Anyone have any suggestions? How are...
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How can I keep the bark on ?
Good Day Folks Does anyone have a way to store wood so that the bark will stay on? It would seem that the different shrinkage rates between the wood and bark would make this .... difficult. However...
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Web Site: the work in progress
Just a note to day that the work in progress is progressing, albeit slowly. More time to turn would be nice. I have meetings all day today. ______ God bless and safe turning Darrell Feltmate Truro,...
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Routers and is this a good deal?
x-no-archive:yes I am wanting an inexpensive router that will allow me to use 1/2 inch bits for my Ryobi router table. Will this work or is it too cheap? I would like to someday buy some rail and...
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OT, but someone here will know about paint.
Some of my recent posts don't show up on my webtv so if this is a repeat forgive. I have two gallons of hi-gloss dark green acrylic enamel. Lorraine likes the color but not the shine for her new 'fern...
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Mystery Wood
Hi, Of course it's probably only a mystery to me. I picked this up from a guy who said it had been used as a science lab worktop, as it's the type of wood that doesn't absorb the chemicals much....
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Thanks for responses
Thank you for your help. I've been reading this group about a year. The information shared here has been the major reference for me, and I'm sure, considerably shortened my learning curve. Again,...