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Any Opinions on this?


May 21, 2013, 1:19 am

I know its not a domino, Leon, but given what I need it for it seems like a possible alternative. It gets so-so reviews and I'm wondering if the alignment issues aren't operator issues and not t... Read more »

A study of crows killed on Alberta highways


May 20, 2013, 9:59 pm

A recent Alberta Government study, has found over 200 dead crows near Calgary, Alberta and there was concern that they may have died from the Avian Flu virus. A Bird Pathologist examined the remai... Read more »

New tool


May 20, 2013, 12:50 am

I did not know there was a tool for this. http://milwaukee.craigslist.org/tls/3796674830.html Read more »

Buffet is complete!


May 19, 2013, 9:26 pm

My son and I finished his new dining room buffet today, thanks in no small measure to the good counsel I received from my friends in this forum. A few pix are found at http://www.flickr.com/photos/7... Read more »

Air-hose fittings - which style?

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May 18, 2013, 2:53 pm

Anyone familiar with the proper terminology for NPT fittings for air-hoses? I want to replace some and I want the right style. I don't really like t he ones you have to shove the tool into and i... Read more »

Pics in ABPW


May 18, 2013, 1:00 am

Posted pics of a custom sectional and the last of 3 custom beds for a client in Aspen Colorado. The sectional shows various stages of the job, but I never took a final picture of the final piec... Read more »

Disappointing news; Baltimore Area (Towson) Woodcraft is closing

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May 17, 2013, 11:10 pm

I just received a postcard stating my local Woodcraft is closing soon. The rumors” I heard earlier stated the owners were looking for a buyer but could not find anyone to take over the franchise... Read more »

Rockler FX router lift


May 16, 2013, 10:55 am

Any of you folks have this lift: http://www.rockler.com/product.cfm?page=21380&utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_term=&utm_content=pla&utm_campaign=PLA&gclid=CK6n6trvmrcCFRJp7AodwxgAbA Seems lik... Read more »

Lynchburg VA


May 16, 2013, 10:42 am

I'm going to be in the Lynchburg, VA area this weekend, with a few hours to burn on Saturday. Is there anything in the area, woodwrking related, that would be considered a can't miss attraction b... Read more »

What is it? Set 493

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May 16, 2013, 4:02 am

I need some help with four of them this week: http://55tools.blogspot.com/ Rob Read more »

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Fine Woods of Houston


This has been a local treasure for Houston area woodworkers since the mid 80's. I went by there the other day and it was shut down. Apparently, the owner, Charlie Burford, has gone out of the wood... Read more »

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a varnish question


the question: if I make a wiping varnish from gloss spar by thinning it with turps will it dry glossy and how long will it take to dry? the situation is this: I built and am installing a french door ... Read more »

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Roller Bearing Problem


I just noticed today that one of my roller bearings on my BS is frozen (bottom). I managed to free it, but it spins with a gritty feel to it. Can I soak this thing in oil or are they so sealed that... Read more »

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Kerosene Heater in the Garage

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My garage is not airtight, and now that the weather has dropped, it's too cold to woodwork without heat. I'm looking at a kerosene heater. I don't think ventilation is a problem since I can feel a li... Read more »

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Wacky furniture


Browsing custom made furniture for inspiration and came across these pieces. These have to be some of the most unusual pieces I have seen to date: http://www.delcoverwoodworking.com/for_sale.htm -- ... Read more »

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the router workshop show any good?

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am I the only one that watches the router workshop on PBS? any comments on whether you guys like it? Read more »

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prebuilt decks


Is there any place I can go to buy a prebuilt 10X10 wood deck? Appreciate any ideas. TIA HC Read more »

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Rip Fence Setup/Blade marks


Apologies if this is too frequent a question, I couldn't find an answer with a deja search. I am getting blade marks when ripping. This condition developed gradually and I found that my fence had ... Read more »

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Shoe Rack -- A simple design - Golden Ratio


Shoe Shelf or Shoe rack (Take your pick) SWMBO wanted a shelf to store shoes - so I made her one. It uses four=20 pieces of wood. It's on this page. http://woodwork.pmccl.com/Business/productsbusines... Read more »

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Grizzly Combo Disc / Spindle Sander Experience?


Anyone with experience with the Grizzly G0529 Disc and Spindle Sander? http://www.grizzly.com/products/G0529 I've been looking for a disc sander and was ready to buy the Jet JDS-12B 12 disc only an... Read more »