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  1. I build ukuleles and I make the nuts and saddles...

    I build ukuleles and I make the nuts and saddles using Corian.
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    I leave mine on 24/7. My reasoning is the cycles...

    I leave mine on 24/7. My reasoning is the cycles of on and off, heat and cool the components. The heat and cool cycling might work harden those components. Maybe not, but that's my reason and I am...
  3. General Metalworking The lathe stays covered unless I am running. I...

    The lathe stays covered unless I am running. I have the bug to buy a Bridgeport now. With floor space at a premium, I plan to complete my ukulele orders and part with the woodworking machines in...
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    Metal Lathes Check out homeshopmachinist there is a wealth of...

    Check out homeshopmachinist there is a wealth of information on differnent lathes. I like my 1960's South Bend 10L or "heavy 10" as it is called. It has the ability to cut left and right hand...
  5. I have the StewMac base as well as the soundhole...

    I have the StewMac base as well as the soundhole / rosette routing jig. I build ukuleles and rout for my headstock inlay and rosette. The precision depth adjustment works great for my purposes. Well...
  6. General Metalworking Just acquired a South Bend Heavy 10 lathe. Sharing space in the woodshop

    I have owned operated metal working equipment before but not in the same working space as my woodworking equipment. Eventually, I will disassemble, restore and repaint. I plan to use a tarp to cover...
  7. I didn't realize how easy it is to contribute. I...

    I didn't realize how easy it is to contribute. I don't post much but I read daily. Easily worth a contribution. Thanks to all that make this site so great.
  8. I appreciate the replies. I have owned wood...

    I appreciate the replies. I have owned wood lathes that were not so heavy. I was younger and more inclined to take risks.
    The work I have planned can be done on a Jet1221vs. Not nearly the mass of...
  9. Questions about moving a PM 90 or rockwell 46-450

    I am looking for a lathe and found two available from the same seller. Looking at a 5 hour road trip. One is a Powermatic 90 and the other is a Rockwell 46-450. I do not own a truck or trailer, but...
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    Nice job. Looks solid.

    Nice job. Looks solid.
  11. Thread: Ham Radio

    by Gary Gill
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    N9ZYE here, started in '95. Used the radios daily...

    N9ZYE here, started in '95. Used the radios daily until 2002.
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    My garage has a pull down stair access to the...

    My garage has a pull down stair access to the attic. I block the pull down stair open 4-6" and let the heat rise while the overhead door is open about 12" off the floor.
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    301910301911 The uke on the left is a mahogany...

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    The uke on the left is a mahogany body and the one on the right id sapele.
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    Thanks Nelson. I use Grover Sta-Tite tuning...

    Thanks Nelson. I use Grover Sta-Tite tuning machines. The Douglas fir came from a veneer mill as 5/8" thick backing boards. I have made several tops from it with no problems. The grain on my end...
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    Pear shape tenor ukulele

    Here is one of the pear shape ukuleles I recently completed. I only build this body style and tenor size. This is the 23rd uke in this series. The back, sides and neck are mahogany. The top is...
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    I resaw on a 14" Craftsman (rikon look-alike)...

    I resaw on a 14" Craftsman (rikon look-alike) with a 3 tooth 1/2" wide blade to make ukulele sides 1/8" thin. I can resaw quartersawn boards very precisely. Flat sawn boards tend to try to follow the...
  17. Thanks Scott

    Thanks Scott
  18. Thanks Paul.

    Thanks Paul.
  19. Question about Rigid R4512 table saw - Belt or direct drive?

    Greetings, Does the Rigid R4512 table saw have a belt or direct drive? I have searched the threads here but did not answer this question. Our local HD store does not have one on the floor to look at....
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