Search:

Type: Posts; User: Dave Lewis; Keyword(s):

Page 1 of 6 1 2 3 4

Search: Search took 0.01 seconds.

  1. alternate dust hood for Bosch oscillating tool?

    I've been using a Bosch Model GOP40-30B to sand our Loewen window sashes in a basement shop. I applied tung oil in 2005 when we first moved in, but it's long outdue for a re-finish.

    This summer,...
  2. Replies
    7
    Views
    1,538

    Verry nice. Simple but elegant.

    Verry nice.

    Simple but elegant.
  3. Replies
    13
    Views
    3,293

    granite vs. float glass?

    I have several older (not antique) planes that I should flatten the bottom (soles?).

    How do 1.5"-2" thick granite cut-offs compared to float glass for this purpose?
  4. I bought 2 sizes of blades from BC Saw & Tool,...

    I bought 2 sizes of blades from BC Saw & Tool, Toronto for my Bridgewood BS440 (about 17.25" dia. with 2HP motor)..
    very pleased with their 1/2" x 3T x Carb- tipped & 1" x 3T x carb-tipped.

    Cost...
  5. Replies
    8
    Views
    2,486

    I also used Loctite PL 300. Just make sure you /...

    I also used Loctite PL 300. Just make sure you / or props need to apply pressure during application.
  6. Replies
    81
    Views
    21,662

    I bought a Bridgewood 440 (Made in Italy) about...

    I bought a Bridgewood 440 (Made in Italy) about 6-7 years ago on CL, really happy moving up from the Delta 14. Only annoying feature is that the starter buzzes so I need to un-plug when not operating.
  7. Replies
    13
    Views
    4,145

    Derek, Can you comment on the hardness /...

    Derek,

    Can you comment on the hardness / toughness?

    I applied Minwax's Polycrylic water-based finish on our interior trim and found it to be rather soft compared to an oil-based polyurethane....
  8. Replies
    54
    Views
    11,975

    About 5 years ago, I bought a used Bridgewood 17"...

    About 5 years ago, I bought a used Bridgewood 17" bandsaw. I also bought a 2,000 lb. Warn electric winch to load it onto my pickup and down into our bulkhead stairs. I have several 5,000 lb. rated...
  9. Replies
    9
    Views
    7,087

    I bought a 15 gauge Hitiachi NT65MA2 to trim out...

    I bought a 15 gauge Hitiachi NT65MA2 to trim out our house interior in 2005. It's worked well, but would recommend a 16ga. for the head size. I did apply SS nails using that for an exterior trim...
  10. Replies
    19
    Views
    4,341

    Another vote for Whiteside.

    Another vote for Whiteside.
  11. Replies
    6
    Views
    1,897

    I have a Left tilt Delta bought in 2004 and an...

    I have a Left tilt Delta bought in 2004 and an pleased, but this looks pricey.
  12. Like Andrew posted previously, I have a 3HP...

    Like Andrew posted previously, I have a 3HP Tempest bought in 2005. I works well but I recall that the design support was somewhat lacking. I found that the fittings, dust-gates, and pipe cost as...
  13. Replies
    12
    Views
    3,765

    I bought a used Bridgewood Model BS 440 (wheels...

    I bought a used Bridgewood Model BS 440 (wheels are about 17.25") maybe 4 years ago for $900. Mine says "Made in Italy". Be advised that the motor starter "hums" when off. I e-mailed to Wilkes (they...
  14. Replies
    18
    Views
    4,429

    I bought a used Delta DJ-20 back in 2004 from a...

    I bought a used Delta DJ-20 back in 2004 from a RI seller (about 2 hours drive) on Taunton's website. The seller bought woodworking estates, kept what he wanted, then sold the rest to finance the...
  15. Replies
    16
    Views
    14,718

    I bought a (complete) BenchDog router table in...

    I bought a (complete) BenchDog router table in 2004. I like the tracks that can mount feather boards for hold-downs.
  16. Replies
    1
    Views
    2,338

    Best glue for MiraTec?

    I need to fabricate an exterior trim waterboard. I bought Miratec and the website recommends yellow carpenters glue.

    Will Titebond III work OK?

    Does the primer need to be scraped / machined...
  17. Replies
    8
    Views
    1,941

    I have a Tempest 3HP cyclone bought in 2005....

    I have a Tempest 3HP cyclone bought in 2005. Works well, but customer service was PITA then. I saved about 20% and would gladly pay more to have decent (better) response.
  18. Try TractorSupply, Agrisupply, wellscroft - these...

    Try TractorSupply, Agrisupply, wellscroft - these place's cater to horse-owners and farmers.
  19. Replies
    28
    Views
    5,203

    I've been happy with blades from...

    I've been happy with blades from http://www.bcsaw.com/
  20. I bought a used BS440 back in 2011. It's much...

    I bought a used BS440 back in 2011. It's much more solid and smooth than the Delta 14" it replaced. I bought new blades from BC Saw, Toronto.

    Only small annoyance is that that the (european)...
  21. Replies
    32
    Views
    5,675

    Our first floor is clear beech in alternating...

    Our first floor is clear beech in alternating 4.25 & 5.25" widths. Milled by Tommila Bros - Fitzwilliam, NH.

    It shrinks in the winter similar to maple.

    Only negative feature is that although...
  22. Thread: Fasteners

    by Dave Lewis
    Replies
    17
    Views
    3,365

    I use various GRK for carpentry. They have a...

    I use various GRK for carpentry. They have a 6-sided star drive, don't strip out, and if you get the coated models, they work great for decks. Also, some are rated for lag bolt replacement - work...
  23. Replies
    32
    Views
    5,675

    We had beech flooring installed over our radiant...

    We had beech flooring installed over our radiant floor in 2004. It was sourced from Tommila in southern New Hampshire, where our builder advised to pick from. I recall that the mill said it would...
  24. Replies
    23
    Views
    4,791

    I bought some blades from BC Saw and Tool for a...

    I bought some blades from BC Saw and Tool for a 17.5-inch Bridgewood. Theyve worked well.
  25. Replies
    7
    Views
    17,907

    Tim: Our maple 1-1/2 inch thick island top...

    Tim:

    Our maple 1-1/2 inch thick island top overhang is 13-inches and has a cutout for a Wolf cooktop and Broan downdraft exhaust. It does sag. If I had to do over, maybe create slots for 3/8" x...
Results 1 to 25 of 136
Page 1 of 6 1 2 3 4