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    Marty I would stay away from the domino joint...

    Marty
    I would stay away from the domino joint for a work bench. "Traditional" M/T joinery would be your best bet for strength and longevity. You really should learn and practice with a mallet and...
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    Battery rebuild

    Try these folks. "Local". Good reputation and fair prices.
    http://www.toolworksrepair.com/

    Rick
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    Hi Bill I would check out the following four...

    Hi Bill
    I would check out the following four areas:
    1. Is the blade tensioned properly?
    2. Are the upper and lower wheels co-planer?
    3. Are you pushing too hard on the blade when you are feeding...
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    Akeda jig source

    You might try the attached link which is from BC Canada. Hope this is helpful.

    http://www.islandwoodcraft.ca/cart/index.php?main_page=product_info&manufacturers_id=34&products_id=1854


    Rick...
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    I think the metal detector you are looking for is...

    I think the metal detector you are looking for is listed on ebay. Run a search with the following title: Handheld Metal Detector Guard security wand [ECA05]

    Hope this is helpful.
    Rick Cabot
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    Ash ID

    Leaves and bark are consistent with ash.
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    Drill depth accuracy

    Hi Barry
    IMHO, 1/32" drill press accuracy, while working in wood, would be quite adequate. Seasonal wood variations in our neck of the woods can far exceed 1/32". Hope this is helpful.
    Regards...
  8. Mike I believe Klingspor carries 5" and 6"...

    Mike
    I believe Klingspor carries 5" and 6" sanding disks for the Festool. I have a number of the Festool sanders; expensive yes but IMHO well worth the money for dustless sanding and ease of use and...
  9. Thread: Snowshoes

    by Rick Cabot
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    Building showshoes

    Check out this link for a great book on building snowshoes; step by step. I have the older book version. The new version appears to have added an outdoor furniture section. Good luck.
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    Wixey gauge on dewalt planer

    Hi Jason

    Check out this link for pictures of the installation.

    http://www.wixey.com/planer/fit/index.html#dewalt

    Hope this helps.
    Rick Cabot
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    Radiant floor heat in cool climates

    Hi John
    I am not sure of your location, but cold climates demand special consideration. I have attached a photo of our shop (2 stories) floor construction in a very cold Northern Maine climate....
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    Makita 5010 random orbit sander problem

    I have a Makita 5010 5" random orbital sander that has been working fine until this morning. It now rotates at a very high speed only but will not go into a random orbit mode as before. Is this a...
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    Blade comparison

    Try this link for some excellent input!!
    http://www.sawmillcreek.org/showthread.php?t=46517&highlight=blade+comparison+chart

    Hope this is helpful.
    Rick Cabot
  14. Come and visit

    John
    Thank you for the kind comments. Having the kids involved in the project was also a great highlight. We have about 275 acres with a little over a mile on the water. Yes it is as remote as it...
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    Maine camp timberframe photos

    Thanks to all for your kind comments. I have enclosed a set of pictures of the camp and surroundings because so many of you expressed interest in seeing the complete project. The material is all...
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    Final photos
  17. Additional camp photos

    Additional photos
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    Thanks to all for your kind comments. I have enclosed a set of pictures of the camp and surroundings because so many of you expressed interest in seeing the complete project. The material is all...
  19. Maine cabin kitchen cabinets finally completed

    Hi fellow forum members,
    My wife and I have been trying to complete the kitchen in our camp in the rural Maine woods for the past 5 years. All the wood in this project and the completed camp (with...
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    Hi Keith We use large quantities of 100% pure...

    Hi Keith
    We use large quantities of 100% pure mineral oil for drying our turned bowls and for our horses. Call your local large animal veterinary practice and purchase your mineral from them. Last...
  21. Thread: Miter Gauge

    by Rick Cabot
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    Miter gauge satisfaction

    We have been very happy with the Jessem miter gauge in our shop. Very accurate and built like a tank.

    Rick Cabot
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    MM16 - 1/4 inch blade use

    Hi Bill,

    The use of 1/4 inch blades on your new MM16 requires special guide inserts that MiniMax sells as an "option". I have installed them on our MM16 and they work well. You also may need a...
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    Thanks so much for the helpful input. I will...

    Thanks so much for the helpful input. I will proceed with the purchase based on your recommendations.

    Rick Cabot
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    Freud multi-profile shaper cutters

    Has anyone had any experience or input on using the Freud multi-profile shaper cutter systems?? (Cassette 65 molding and The UC 900 raised panel door system) Any feedback would be greatly...
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    Rockwell Manufacturing

    You may find this link to be helpful. Good luck.

    http://www.owwm.com/MfgIndex/Detail.asp?Tab=Publications&ID=698

    Rick Cabot
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