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    band saw noise

    I would put a piece of tape on the saw blade where welded, and on both wheel rims. when You turn it on.\, you can tell instantly where the noise is coming from. If it comes at the same time as the...
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    Craftsman?

    Actually, that is not true. My other form members are mostly happy with Craftsman. including Myself. A lot of people do use them. What I think it is is that some folks feel that others may belittle...
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    As You know, it isn't the intended use. However,...

    As You know, it isn't the intended use. However, if You can get one cheaply, go for it. The angle of the cutter blades might burn at that speed, but You would not know untill You try. :)
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    I wish You well! I did it twice. Once, My thumb...

    I wish You well! I did it twice. Once, My thumb got into the molding cutter on My Radial arm saw. They put it back together, I have a nerve that is attached to the nail, Hurts all the time. Wish...
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    Be sure to check out the Routers! A lot of the...

    Be sure to check out the Routers! A lot of the guys here say good things about them including Myself. I bought My first Craftsman router in 1970, and it still works pretty well.:)
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    I have not had one go bad, But if I did, I first...

    I have not had one go bad, But if I did, I first would clean up the front and back of the belt ends. Glue with a good guality flexable glue. As for the joint inside, try strapping tape. Put in the...
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    If All fails:

    Stanley Hand Tools : Planes Here is the maker, and I don't how many new parts they have, or make. They are selling some of the origional blades, and a few planes!
  8. I have a set from Harbor freight, and the...

    I have a set from Harbor freight, and the finish,and fit is great. The price is the good part one cost about 17.00 US dollars for 8 pieces, and 2 nuts
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    Wow!!

    I just came across this post, and just say WOW!! That is great, folks. I have helped people here in My home town who are just not able to make it on ther own. for about 15 years or so. I have enjoyed...
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    Sorry for the trouble

    It is interesting to Me that there is such a rash of trouble! I wonder if the parts are made to hold together at that speed. I always thought that the Triton was kinda the Cadilac of routers. I feel...
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    I agree with the others as far as remedies I...

    I agree with the others as far as remedies I often put on a pair of rubber gloves That seems to help as long as You keep from the hose.
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    Sorry! I read that over, and see that I...

    Sorry! I read that over, and see that I completely missed that:B:oo: Sorry, I will try to be more observant :doh:
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    I agree! If I am doing a job that takes 3 or 4...

    I agree! If I am doing a job that takes 3 or 4 changes in order to make the molding required, it can be done without having to change bits along the way. When the set of moldings are dome, I dont...
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    Sticky: I believe that I have...

    I believe that I have http://us.oak-park.com/catalogue.html?list=RT01--Talked way too much already. I would be jeaving this post, if I can Copy the full link, and there is the router tablew, and...
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    Have You tried E-bay? They may have just exactly...

    Have You tried E-bay? They may have just exactly what You need. Others that I know of have bought a router from E-Bay, and removed the shaft, and used it for parts. It's a better solution that...
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    Mine is mounted on the router plate, which sets...

    Mine is mounted on the router plate, which sets on the router table inset. If You don't mind a plate, it can be used for some routing, hand held. The best option is to have a second base, or a second...
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    The down side may be that You will lose a bit of...

    The down side may be that You will lose a bit of travel when releasing the base. Could be a problem when a deeper area is routed. Or when the bit is a longer bit. Have You checked Your travel of the...
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    With Your router, it,The lock brake piece (My...

    With Your router, it,The lock brake piece (My definition)may slide into a cavity on the same side as this lock mechanism. is. When the lever or knob is turned, or pushed to lock, the brass piece...
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    Sticky: Issues with the fence!

    The one thing to remember is that the fence on a table saw is used much different that on a router table. The first thing to remember is that the table saw blade is 8, to 10 inches big. and rotates...
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    It will be so great there, that You won't need a...

    It will be so great there, that You won't need a shed. Remember, There's no rusting there :U
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    Rollers?

    That is a point well taken, Mac ! It might be such a thing that the routing may have to be done on large piece of tempered glass. The rollers could then pass smoothly on the glass surface. Harry; I...
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    Hear is the...

    Hear
    is the llacehttps://www.surpluscenter.com/item.asp?catname=misc&item=1-3501 ...
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    Here is a place to try...

    Here is a place to try https://www.surpluscenter.com/error.asp I hope it comes up. Lots of casrers, and I think that ball bearings were there also! Hi BOB
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    Let Me tell You what I do for My bits. I must...

    Let Me tell You what I do for My bits. I must confess that I am a penney pincher! I don't like to spend so much money on a router bit set when I don't know which ones I will use the most. I went out...
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    Ooaaahh

    For a few minutes, I thought You had to fight so You could go to the shed! If that happens, You will have to build two! A His, and A Her's :o :doh:
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    Sticky: That is exactly the way that I make mine! I have...

    That is exactly the way that I make mine! I have i/4 inch, A 3/8, and a 1/2 inch set-up. They do a very good job, and You can do more than 1 piece,at time. You can cut all the pieces on the ...
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    You let a few American's in, like Me :oo:

    You let a few American's in, like Me :oo:
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    Thank You for all the replies. I live in...

    Thank You for all the replies. I live in Michigan. USA. The climate varies quite a bit, October can bring some cold wet weather, not nice to have to go outside, along with some nice 70 degree...
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    Sticky: My home made table and plate.

    My table is made from a cabinet surface or table top. It is 1 1/4 in thick. It is made for commercial table tops for work tables, so it is very dense. The covering is a plastic material that is...
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    I guess that says a lot about You, Your like...

    I guess that says a lot about You, Your like Einstein. Much to intelligent to remember the small things :2tsup:
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    Shed?

    Thank you! That also answers some of My courisity, It seems a natural place to store as w
    We also do. Most of the things that We want to keep . There must be some sheds and basements there, I must...
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    Courious about the shed!

    Just started thinking here a while ago, Are most of the wood workers in this area working out of sheds It seems that most of them are in the 12 ft By 20 ft. Are there any basements being used as...
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    Ok Jack! Welcome. The Dutchman back at Ya. :doh:

    Ok Jack! Welcome. The Dutchman back at Ya. :doh:
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    Sticky: I agree

    I agree that a router table can be to big, and made to get in the way. The more that You install , and the less usefull overall it gets. We have another table that We use in the States, A lot like...
  35. Thread: G'day

    by Howard Van Huis
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    Well, Hello My friend! Nice to welcome You! Can...

    Well, Hello My friend! Nice to welcome You! Can You tell us a bit about Yourself, Mate :2tsup:
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    135812 Actually, This is a pic of Me laying our...

    135812 Actually, This is a pic of Me laying our flooring. No, I don't think that We can buy it except for you premier timber. I can tell You that We are getting sub standard plywood from someware, It...
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    I did take a one picture of the floor, yesterday....

    I did take a one picture of the floor, yesterday. Need to get then on the computer and I will. Would like to try to look up pics of the remodel and post! It's been a several year long affair. :B
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    Probably make a difference on the size of the...

    Probably make a difference on the size of the saw. The object is to not have any slip on the belt. Test it with a piece of hard wood! :)
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    I understand where your coming from. I worked in...

    I understand where your coming from. I worked in the auto body and frame repair for 30 some years, and My back gave out. Got a blood clot in the right leg that they are unable to dissolve, and on...
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    I have just spent a few hours looking at the...

    I have just spent a few hours looking at the roubo bench that You are building, and it is great. I hope to do one, if i can, Beautiful job. The higher the screw, the tighter the pinch! I have...
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    Howard's Birthday

    :oo: Thank You Very much, foe the B-day wish I did remember it, however, dog gonit!!!:o
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    :)I just needed to say thank you to all those who...

    :)I just needed to say thank you to all those who gave Me detailed information about the batteries. I know that the post is old, but it is the vary best i have found. I am disabled, so I am not sure...
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    I have used one on drywall, and they are slick....

    I have used one on drywall, and they are slick. The tip will pierce the drywall, and you can go around the edge of a door, a window, or an electrical box. There are several different style bits,...
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    Hello!

    How about half way around and back again! :rolleyes: I live in Holland Mi. :B Enjoy the forum.!
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    Welcome from Michigan! Just to let you know, We...

    Welcome from Michigan! Just to let you know, We are thinking of you who live over there,We are praying for all who are going through this. We can't imagine what the feeling must be like, but stay...
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    Welcome!

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    Just wanted to say welcome from the USA. I"M not real close to your neck of the woods, but i enjoy it just the same. I"ve been lurking for quite a while now and I think that will continue ...
  47. Thats Great

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    This is what i live for. I love anything homemade where the builder has put His mind into it. Great job :)
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    I will ask what they are. I have been on router...

    I will ask what they are. I have been on router workshop, and needed to say HI
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    Nice to be here

    My name is Howard. I am 62, and disabled. although i do some work at this time, i am able to go to forums and enjoy the post found here. This is a nice place for a bunch of woodworkers to change...
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