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Thread: The top 100 turning tips (mk 2)
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4th November 2009, 09:56 PM #1Retired
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The top 100 turning tips (mk 2)
This is (another) gentle reminder to those of you that turn well. I am trying to put the "best" tips together for new turners, just like me. We need your help.
Please do not assume that we know the "basics". Books, DVDs etc are not enough.
If you are too embarrassed to post publicly, send me a PM. I promise not to name / shame you.
Assume nothing. You buggers do so many things that seem second nature that you probably do not think are worth mentioning.
For example, up at Proserpine, Jim (Powderpost) was using the bandsaw and wanted to square up the ends. He simply put the blank into the blade and scored one face, probably at or near 90 degrees. (I can do that. ).
He then flipped the blank over and cut free-hand to the scored "line".
So simple, but I would not have thought of it. (I would have probably got the square out if needed).
Think of this as a Work In Progress. It's not just for me. Think of the next guy, just starting out.
I don't want to write a book, just collect all your knowledge. One or two liners.
For example - and I hope we can agree on this - "Buy one quality chisel and learn to use it before spending any more..."
Or, in the alternative: "Don't buy 'chisel sets', Chinese or otherwise. Buy what you need."
Another simple one: "Learn to sharpen first..... Make sure your chisels are sharp". (I'm not saying Tormek sharp).
Plus the most important one: "Practice makes perfect. Turn every day if you can. Ten minutes a day, not one hour on the weekend."
So please respond with any and all of your "tips". The list is growing and needs to get longer.
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5th November 2009, 02:46 AM #2
Number 1 rule for me.......... If it's no longer fun or enjoyable, give it up.
To grow old is inevitable.... To grow up is optional
Confidence, the feeling you have before you fully understand the situation.
What could possibly go wrong.
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5th November 2009, 05:26 AM #3Hewer of wood
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When slopping on the Shellawax, stand aside when you fire the lathe up.
.... and: metho cleans wet Shellawax off glassesCheers, Ern
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5th November 2009, 09:08 AM #4
Never thought this necessary but I saw a guy at Prossy who wasn't on to it.
TIP: Stir your EEE before use in the hot weather as the abrasive settles to the bottom and you end up just waxing.
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5th November 2009, 09:20 AM #5...but together with the coffee civility flowed back into him
Patrick O'Brian, Treason's Harbour
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5th November 2009, 09:21 AM #6Hewer of wood
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Think finishing can be a whole new chapter.
inc keep your finishes and glues in a cool place to prolong their life.Cheers, Ern
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5th November 2009, 09:45 AM #7Senior Member
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Do not stand "in the line of fire" when statring up a new (on any) turning.
Keep your standing area clean, ready for an immediate exit.
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5th November 2009, 10:27 AM #8
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I don't want to write a book, just collect all your knowledge. One or two liners.
Inspiration exists, but it has to find you working. — Pablo Picasso
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5th November 2009, 10:40 AM #9Hewer of wood
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My knowledge usually doesn't come in one liners. I was trained to talk in multiples of 50 minutes
Jeff, have you trawled through the Woodturning Info sticky thread above?Cheers, Ern
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5th November 2009, 11:15 AM #10My knowledge usually doesn't come in one liners. I was trained to talk in multiples of 50 minutes
Inspiration exists, but it has to find you working. — Pablo Picasso
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5th November 2009, 11:21 AM #11Retired
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5th November 2009, 12:27 PM #12
Bore a small hole (about 3mm) in both ends of a spindle for the centre pin of the spur drive and for a cone centre, especially for hard woods. Otherwise the spur drive may "free wheel".
JimSometimes in the daily challenges that life gives us, we miss what is really important...
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5th November 2009, 01:00 PM #13
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5th November 2009, 08:17 PM #14
When putting the foot of a bowl in a scroll chuck press with one finger only in the centre of the bowl to ensure the bowl runs true. Using all fingers and thumb can apply uneven pressure to one side and result in a wobbly bowl.
DO NOT use fish oil as a lubricant.
Before placing spur drives etc in spindle, blow down the spindle to clear any debris that could damage morse taper or throw it out of true.
It's not what you've got but what you do with it that matters... (message to Stubby owners)
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5th November 2009, 09:40 PM #15Retired
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The bevel must rub to control the cut.
The cutting edge (with the exception of the skew) must be supported by the tool rest.
Tools must be sharp.
Tool rests must be kept free of nicks.
Tool rests should be at least 1-2" longer than the work.
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