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It's been a long time since I've posted.

Having taken Bill's class, I follow his mantra: "If the lathe ain't shakin' and you're not shakin'..."

John

Without a doubt, the Bill Grumbine set of videos is by far the best. You could also check into John Jordan's video as well as Mike Mahoney and Stuart Batty, "Two Ways to Turn a Bowl".

Some...

Steve,

Thank you! I've seen the help you've provided on the Creek and am amazed at your depth of knowledge.

Again, Thanks!

John

Hi.

I have a Gast 0523 vacuum pump that I bought without a manual. The problem is that I can't read the voltage on the plate. The first number is obliterated and the other numbers are "20" so...

Malcolm Tibbetts also released a set of videos, "Lessons in Segmented Turning". The first project is how to turn a bowl from a single board.

I'm looking to add to our club's video library and I was wondering if anyone has seen Steven Russel's videos?

Thanks,

John

Jim,

I almost forgot. Mike Darlow's book "Woodturning Design" is a complete study of designing for woodturning. Also thru Amazon.

Norm,

You're right when you say that a spurtle is not the most efficient tool for mixing ingredients but, a spurtle is usually used for porridge or oatmeal. It's not so much for mixing, but to...

I just finished reading David Ellsworth's new book "Ellsworth on Woodturning". It's available on Amazon.com and is well worth a read. He covers virtually all aspects of vessel turning, bowls, hollow...

Curtis,

If you look at the techniques video disc 1 from the AAW Symposium in Louisville, Dr. Mort Kasden conducted a safety demonstration that, while not as grizzly as this accident, certainly...

I was trying to find the link for a web site and was given this from the Capital Area Woodturners site: www.virginiawoodturners.org , but it appears to be down. Is this the correct link?
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Robert,

I started with a Grizzly, but after a couple of years I was able to upgrade to a Powermatic 3520B. My decision was based on price and having a couple of friends that let me try theirs...

Don,

CSUSA is one of the PREMIER suppliers in the country. I have never heard of anyone that has had a problem with them or their service. Although I bought my Powermatic from the Tool Nut, CS...

Mike,

I use a digital scale that I bought at Bed, Bath and Beyond for about $20. When I weigh my bowls, I use the grams setting (it makes the math easier). It also weighs in pounds so you can...

Yes STOP NOW! Send it to me so you won't be tempted!!!!! :D

I just received my Monster Hollowing rig from Randy Privett :D. It's really well made, but I do have a question.

Randy leaves his cutters at full length so the turner can trim it to size. ...

You might be able to find a battery charger either at an automotive parts store or a consignment like Goodwill.

Malcolm,

I am looking forward to seeing you next Friday.

I agree with Scott that Woodturningz has excellentprices and quick service.

Shiraz,

I have a number of Grizzly tools and have always been happy with them. I'll probably be buying more when SWMBO has a weak moment.

Thank you for the contribution, it's much...

Paul,

When I got my 3520, the driver wheeled it into my shop and placed right where I needed it. They're not obligated to do it, but most drivers are more than willing to help. Let the...

Thanks, Malcolm. Just bought my tickets.

Here's a little experiment to prove how porous red oak is. Take a lenth of red oak about 2" x 2" x 12" (the actual dimensions are NOT critical). Place one end in a glass of water. With the end in...

Please count me in...Thanks, Jerry!!!

Unbelievable!

John