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  1. Would love to see that- will search around. ...

    Would love to see that- will search around. Thanks,



    Interestingly simple solution. These blades cost a fortune and we use them (contractor) like crazy because they are so thin/delicate.
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  2. Multi tool (oscillating) blade tooth repair

    Anyone have any tricks or methods for this? I have used a small triangular file to cut new teeth for framing use but would like something more reliable and hoping this has been discussed at length...
  3. Construction adhesive would probably be fine esp...

    Construction adhesive would probably be fine esp with narrow boards. BEst glue for this is the stuff the floor guys trowel down for gluing wide plank floors down. Stays flexible and seriously...
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    I suppose you are past this but I would skip that...

    I suppose you are past this but I would skip that cabinet for shop use. Just make some uppers and lose the square space there if you can afford it. Every angled cabinet I have made has been a pain...
  5. No experience with any of those brands but I...

    No experience with any of those brands but I would suggest you make sure the epoxy is very well mixed before filling those holes. Thickness shouldnt matter here but if you mixed a huge batch (again...
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    Give the broken piece a shot iwth a hammer/nail...

    Give the broken piece a shot iwth a hammer/nail set. Most of the time when a tip is stuck in my impact drill it just needs a little tap to free it up. Like the chuck is slightly worn and the tips...
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    We call this the touch and go. Pass it to your...

    We call this the touch and go. Pass it to your helper and say "give the touch and go".

    I did about 15 years in the field and would take it any day but the shop can get old- standing in a small...
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    Its just a game of experience. LIttle things...

    Its just a game of experience. LIttle things like the beveled edge of the drywall, if installed at the floor, will cause base boards to open/roll into the walls when nailed. Door jambs are rarely...
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    To me and chop/slide saw choice has almost always...

    To me and chop/slide saw choice has almost always come down to fence capacity. I like to cut crown moldings upside down (like a miter saw) and need a tall fence for that. TBH I havent found a saw...
  10. I have done the same with a router. Set up the...

    I have done the same with a router. Set up the boards about 1/4" apart and chuck up a 1/2" straight bit in the router. Then tack a straight edge to one board that sets the bit in the groove so it...
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    16 mm?!!! I didnt see that. Was thinking 6...

    16 mm?!!! I didnt see that. Was thinking 6 (roughly 1/4")...
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    Member sizes sound fine for a pergola to me but...

    Member sizes sound fine for a pergola to me but the acrylic and the potential snow load (you are up North) concerns me a bit- if you dont keep that roof clear in the winter (or take the acrylic...
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    Could you widen the wall so until the center line...

    Could you widen the wall so until the center line of the wall is on the center of the existing rail holes? (probably just a couple sheets of drywall and some furring strips ?)
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    Would like to see a pic too. Keep the rail...

    Would like to see a pic too. Keep the rail centered on the wall in the opening or it will bother you forever.

    Open treads are best if the nose is milled on them and the miter cut into the grain...
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    No issues with chatter or snipe if in/out support...

    No issues with chatter or snipe if in/out support is good?

    Not sure what to do. Think I am going to find a used machine. How long to run a 5' board?
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    I am in sw CT- interesting points all. I will...

    I am in sw CT- interesting points all. I will look at the 10/20 models but most of the negative reviews I have read online are similar to compllants here. No power, finicky set up, limited cut. I...
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    Not so wide belt/drum sander

    I have seen the 16/32 power feed drum sanders etc.. Does anyone make one that is not so wide? Mostly running boards 7 1/2" and narrower and would prefer a smaller machine. Not quite up to making my...
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    I have tried everything but varnish I think. ...

    I have tried everything but varnish I think.

    2 coats of shellac after a heavy acetone wash and a week of curing lasted about 1 hr in the Sunday before it bubbled- I think it was the oil in the...
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    I am afraid that spar varnish might be the best...

    I am afraid that spar varnish might be the best option but still hoping someone will have an idea I havent tried.

    For example, Awlgrip makes some 2 part clear coats but they have to be sprayed...
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    Fast(er) drying exterior finish for Ipe

    Been a while but I am back here- still working wood just been having babies and moving houses etc. so have taken some time off- could use some help though as finishing is my weak point.

    I have a...
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    Didnt mean to start a debate here but the right...

    Didnt mean to start a debate here but the right answer (having read this here before) is what Matt and Charlie are saying- open ducts more load/amperage, closed no danger.

    I think I will talk...
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    DC shuts off on its own

    My 2 year old Dust Gorilla has started shutting off on its own and I am almost positive that it is not due to motor overheating. It happens when all ducts are closed, motor never feels hot and there...
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    Thanks fellers. I will be heating up the credit...

    Thanks fellers. I will be heating up the credit card tonight.
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    Source for new edge sander belts?

    Where can I get some good belts for a reasonable price. Tool is new and I have never bought them before.

    6 x 89

    Thanks
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    put a thin piece of ply on the floor and tap...

    put a thin piece of ply on the floor and tap around with a hammer. The higher pitched, hard feeling areas are the joists. It is easier than it sounds. Mark with chalk and you will most likely find...
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