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  1. http://www.sawmillcreek.org/attachment.php?attachm...

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    Hey Ken, I made this door from what was a pergala that stood for about 35 years. easy wood to work with as long as its dry...
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    Keven, this is a worthy buy as they can cut up to...

    Keven, this is a worthy buy as they can cut up to about 9" holes. They cut cleanly, smoothly and can be set to any little incriment.http://www.leevalley.com/US/wood/page.aspx?p=32275&cat=1,180,42316
  3. We cut alot of this stuff in the navy, including...

    We cut alot of this stuff in the navy, including 1/2" lexan. Our trick was to always leave the protective paper or plastic on the material for the cut and layout a THIN LINE (it does'nt take much) of...
  4. I just had my router apart yesterday after being...

    I just had my router apart yesterday after being in the same position as yours for about five years. I was expecting lots of dust. There was some in and around the motor vents and that was it. I...
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    Dan , Try looking for Riggers in you area. You...

    Dan , Try looking for Riggers in you area. You may be suprised. They specialize in moving machinery.
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    The most robust set I've used yet. And their...

    The most robust set I've used yet. And their color coded. http://www.leevalley.com/US/wood/page.aspx?p=58256&cat=1,43411,43417
  7. Chair doctor and clamps have worked well for me...

    Chair doctor and clamps have worked well for me in the past. You can get that stuff to flow into most joints without too much hassle.
  8. There are a number of products on the shelf these...

    There are a number of products on the shelf these days that iliminate any oder from anything. Odor Gone, Get the Odor out, and Natures Miracle are just the ones I can name. As for stains in wood, any...
  9. I have finished a number of water stained floors...

    I have finished a number of water stained floors and furniture over the years. Deck cleaner with oxalic acid as an ingredient will romove that stain in minutes. Rinse with clean water several times...
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    John,I installed one of these on my blade/ router...

    John,I installed one of these on my blade/ router bit cabinet about 8 years ago. It is robust enough to work in the shop environment. To date no one has been able to open it without the magnet. They...
  11. Probably a fencing tool Bob, but it looks like...

    Probably a fencing tool Bob, but it looks like half is missing. In order to pull a nail you need to grab it. It looks like the handle on the hatchet side broke off, making it a hammer with a floppy...
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    Bob, I've cleaned my share of brass and copper...

    Bob, I've cleaned my share of brass and copper over the years, and to date the best cleaner for tarnished brass has been equal parts of vinegar and salt. the finer the salt , the quicker it works...
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    Burt, I found a great set at Cosco made by...

    Burt, I found a great set at Cosco made by Cresent. It includes all standard and metric up to 1 1/4". And the ratchets wil not let the socket go without pushing a button on the back of the ratchet....
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    I agree with Mike and Howard. Starting point...

    I agree with Mike and Howard. Starting point based on condition of wood and use the next higher grit to get rid of the scratches left by the previous grit. It takes off much less material and is...
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    I have used it as a glue barrier, and it works...

    I have used it as a glue barrier, and it works well. It does keep the glue from sticking where you don't want it. The only problem I had was removing the residue from inside corners of boxes built...
  16. I've used this product a couple of times now and...

    I've used this product a couple of times now and it works well.
    http://www.leevalley.com/wood/page.aspx?c=2&p=32092&cat=1,43415,43440
  17. My experience with Lith-ion batteries comes from...

    My experience with Lith-ion batteries comes from managing life rafts for the canadian navy. These batteries have been in use for more than 25 years. The main reason being that they hold a charge for...
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    I see your not getting too many answers Rob. I...

    I see your not getting too many answers Rob. I have done numerous repairs like this over the years and another just two weeks ago. A round stool seat in the same condition as your table top. From...
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    I have found that a mixture of equall parts of...

    I have found that a mixture of equall parts of vinager and salt works well on the worst tarnish. Use a stiff brush to scoop some salt from the mixture and rub away. The stronger the vinager and the...
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    The simplest tarnish remover is salt and vineger...

    The simplest tarnish remover is salt and vineger at a one to one mix and a tooth brush. Only problem is it leaves the brass in its natural state. Dull!
    Then you need a polish.
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    Hey Nick, I put Dri Core in my basement 5 years...

    Hey Nick, I put Dri Core in my basement 5 years ago now and it has held up well. No need for VB as the product is made with water proof glue and the tungue and groove fit well. It can be a pain to...
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    Hey Don, looking at you practice piece, your on...

    Hey Don, looking at you practice piece, your on the right track. Your cuts are too deep and your angle of approach is too steep. Take your time and do some free hand cuts. It takes practice and a...
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    Consider yourself lucky Pete. I would put mine at...

    Consider yourself lucky Pete. I would put mine at 70% shop and 30% project. Mind you my shop is very old and requires most of the attention.
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    I've just seen (latest copy of Canadian Home...

    I've just seen (latest copy of Canadian Home Workshop) where a biscuit can be inserted across the back of a miter joint to reinforce it. The excess is cut off once the glue has dried. Looks like a...
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    I know how ya feel Erik. My wife requested the...

    I know how ya feel Erik. My wife requested the same thing some time ago and this is what I came up with. All cedar, finished w/shellac.
    78908 Hope this helps. As can be seen, she likes it well but...
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