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  1. Here's a decent description: ...

    Here's a decent description:

    http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Scarf_joint
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    Dave and Jason - that makes sense for...

    Dave and Jason - that makes sense for quarter-sawn. How about the origin of the term "quarters" for measuring the thickness of rough sawn lumber??? And why is 4/4 rough stock not 1" thick?
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    Origin of the term quarter-sawn???

    Does anyone know how the term "quarter-sawn" originated. I have discovered that it was first used around 1905 - 1910, but not how it originated. I suspect it came from using 1/4" as the base...
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    A recommendation - keep the systainer. You can...

    A recommendation - keep the systainer. You can use it to store the sandpaper you will soon be collecting. Congrats on buying a superb tool.
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    I cut a taper very similar to what you described...

    I cut a taper very similar to what you described recently - it was from 1/8" to 5/8" over a 60" length. I used my Festool plunge circular saw and guide rails. I supported the guide rail to the left...
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    Dewalt also makes a hex drive keyless chuck: ...

    Dewalt also makes a hex drive keyless chuck:

    http://www.amazon.com/DEWALT-DW0521-Connect-Impact-Conversion/dp/B000KKWLE8/ref=pd_bxgy_hi_text_b
  7. I agree with Byron. Here's what I bought: ...

    I agree with Byron. Here's what I bought:

    http://www.coastaltool.com/a/ab/coilhose/flexeel.htm

    The smaller size is easier to handle and big enough for nailers.
  8. Sorry, but I have a hard time wrapping my brain...

    Sorry, but I have a hard time wrapping my brain around "Ultimate", "money wasn't a major issue" and "Sub $1K" all in the list of criteria.

    But... My experience has been excellent with the Hitachi...
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    I broke a couple of Titebond tops using the...

    I broke a couple of Titebond tops using the pliers method. Good news - I called Titebond and they sent me several caps free. Now I wipe the top off with a wet rag before closing it.
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    My Jet JDP-17MF drill press has a 16m/mEL chuck. ...

    My Jet JDP-17MF drill press has a 16m/mEL chuck. Very nice with smooth operation. I got this chuck from Jet when the drill press was under warranty. The original chuck (I don't know the model...
  11. To get to Amazon through SMC, click on "SHOP" in...

    To get to Amazon through SMC, click on "SHOP" in the bar at the top of any page.
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    Anyone want a 10" Hitachi CMS: ...

    Anyone want a 10" Hitachi CMS:
    ...
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    I gave up on the Colt spindle lock and use two...

    I gave up on the Colt spindle lock and use two wrenches.
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    I use the PC310 and the Bosch Colt, both with the...

    I use the PC310 and the Bosch Colt, both with the offset base from Pat Warner. Both work well. Visibility is better on the Colt. The PC7310 has a terrible height adjustment mechanism, and mine is...
  15. An alternative from Rockler: ...

    An alternative from Rockler:

    http://www.rockler.com/product.cfm?page=6064
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    Freud has several 6" and 8" dados in a lower...

    Freud has several 6" and 8" dados in a lower price bracket, a couple under $100:

    http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_ss_hi?url=search-alias%3Dtools&field-keywords=freud+dado&x=12&y=15
  17. Same song. There is a place for both in your...

    Same song. There is a place for both in your shop.

    The auto start feature on the Festool vac is a nice-to-have feature. You don't "need" a higher-priced CT33, unless you need the larger bag...
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    My experience is the shelf life for Titebond is...

    My experience is the shelf life for Titebond is noticably longer than Elmer's. I switched to Titebond years ago after tossing more than one container of "aged" Elmer's. I have used Elmer's Probond...
  19. My name is David and I am a Festool addict. ...

    My name is David and I am a Festool addict.

    There are numerous and helpful resources to learn more about the details of using Festool products. Go to this page on the Festool USA web site and...
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    Another good choice - Whiteside starter set from...

    Another good choice - Whiteside starter set from Holbren:

    http://www.holbren.com/product.php?productid=440&cat=0&page=1

    Also available in 1/4" shanks.

    For economy bits, it is hard to beat...
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    My assembly is two Festool Multifunction Tables...

    My assembly is two Festool Multifunction Tables (MFT) fastened together for a work surface of 46" x 60". This setup, while expensive, offers a lot of versatility. It is an assembly table, clamping...
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    Chris - I assume you know that an Incra fence is...

    Chris - I assume you know that an Incra fence is mounted to the the router table top. I suppose you can make a removeable mounting system, so the Incra fence does not limit the capacity of the table...
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    One small advantage of the smaller fence system...

    One small advantage of the smaller fence system is the table top is not as deep. That might be an issue if space in your shop is at a premium. I have an Incra Twin Linear fence on my router table,...
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    If you don't want to spend the money for a 1/4"...

    If you don't want to spend the money for a 1/4" collet that you might not use much, perhaps it would be better to buy a trim router, with a 1/4" collet. A trim router is great to have in your tool...
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    I also like the Excalibur overarm guard, because...

    I also like the Excalibur overarm guard, because you can use the guard on virtually every cut. I use a Biesemeyer removeable splitter, which must be removed for non-through cuts. I replaced the...
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