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    Thank you very much for all the help. Dick

    Thank you very much for all the help.

    Dick
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    Lacquer question

    Is it okay to spray solvent base lacquer over acrylic latex paint? If not, what could I use to help protect the paint finish?
    Thanks for your help.
    Dick
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    How do I get my jointer up the bulkhead?

    I will be moving sometime in the near future. That in itself is stressful enough, but moving my (basement) shop scares the hell out of me. Most tools can be broken down into smaller pieces, but how...
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    Thanks for all the help guys. I really appreciate...

    Thanks for all the help guys. I really appreciate it. All very helpful.
    Dick
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    Routing question

    I am making a frame for a mirror, approx. size is 26" x 32". Frame is made of maple. I cut a rabbet for the mirror with a trim router and a rabbeting bit. On the second pass I got a little chip out....
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    Thanks for the answer Steve. Guess I will have to...

    Thanks for the answer Steve. Guess I will have to rethink this.
    Dick
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    Another lacquer question

    I made two Santas for my grandkids last month. They are 5' tall and made of wood. They are finished in (craft store) acrylic latex paint. I want to put some type of protective film finish over the...
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    Jointer problem

    I am having a problem with my Shop Fox jointer (W1741). Anything I run through it comes out tapered. The stock comes out thinner in the front than the back. I am going to check the tables to make...
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    Thanks for all your replies. I am not sure what I...

    Thanks for all your replies. I am not sure what I will do yet, but your answers have given me a lot to consider. Thanks again.

    Dick
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    Thanks for the suggestions. I didn't think to let...

    Thanks for the suggestions. I didn't think to let it acclimate for a few days.I will let it sit for a few days and recheck and also check for twist. My workshop is in the basement with a duhumidifier...
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    Is my bench top flat enough?

    I just bought (off Craig's List) an oak butcher block table for $30. It is 60" x 36" x 1.75" and in great shape. I will be using the top to replace the existing top on my work bench. If I put a...
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    Need help with teak on a boat

    My son-in-law bought an older Grady-white boat recently. Most everything is fiberglas but there is a small amount of teak which he power washed. After power washing, there is some teak that is a...
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    After I bought a Ridgid drill with batteries and...

    After I bought a Ridgid drill with batteries and charger, I sent in all the required info to register for the lifetime warranty. After a while I checked my accoount on line, the drill was not...
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    Thanks for the help Prashun. Dick

    Thanks for the help Prashun.

    Dick
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    Table top connector questions

    I am making a small table to be used as a tv stand. It will be 3' long. I will be using either z-clips or figure eight connectors to attach the top to the aprons. How far apart should they be spaced?...
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    Lee, I just watched the video Brendan Stemp...

    Lee,
    I just watched the video Brendan Stemp did. You were right, it is very helpful. Thanks.

    Dick
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    Thanks for all your replies. It seems that those...

    Thanks for all your replies. It seems that those who do use a skew prefer one with a curved edge. I have seen (never used one though) a Sorby Spindlemaster. Are they basically a skew with a curved...
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    Which skew should I buy?

    l am just getting into turning and want to get some lathe tools. They will be used for spindle work. The lathe I have is small, 12" swing, 16" between centers. I was thinking of getting a 3/8"...
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    New Rikon mortiser

    Has anyone bought one of the new Rikon mortisers with dual axis table? It is on sale at Woodcraft now for $300. It looks pretty beefy for the money.

    Dick
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    Thank you very much guys! Dick

    Thank you very much guys!

    Dick
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    Deciphering date code on Zinnsser Sealcoat

    I have a can of Zinsser Sealcoat and have no clue how old it is. The only number on it is a lot number which is N02058. I wiped a small sample on a board and it dried fine, but am wondering how old...
  22. How do you finish the backs of your projects?

    When you build a project such as a dresser, shelving etc., do you finish the back (the back side of the back) just like the rest of the project ? If the project is stained and varnished, would you...
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    I did use dewaxed shellac. Thanks for the heads...

    I did use dewaxed shellac. Thanks for the heads up though.

    Dick
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    Glen, I bought a Preval kit recently, but...

    Glen, I bought a Preval kit recently, but haven't used it yet. I actually considered using it to spray the shellac. The directions did not mention using shellac at all. Have you used it to spray...
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    Thanks for all your answers guys. I have never...

    Thanks for all your answers guys. I have never used alcohol with dye and I had forgetten that it is also a solvent for Transtint. I guess from now on I will swith to Transfast dye. I used the amber...
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