I have their system, and think it is really good for up to about 8". Like Steve said, it is not really for deeper than that. For one thing, it is built for 1/2" shafts on the tools, and that is...
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I have their system, and think it is really good for up to about 8". Like Steve said, it is not really for deeper than that. For one thing, it is built for 1/2" shafts on the tools, and that is...
I don't think that splines are necessary for this. It is long grain to long grain, which is a strong joint all on its own. As long as you have a good fit on the faces, you should have no problems. ...
Have you tried posting them on the pen turner's site ( https://www.penturners.org/ )? They also have a classified section for members to post items for sale.
Tom
I use a marcantel drive for initial roughing, then use a four jaw chuck. The review posted here will explain how these work. They work quite well, and I don't know why there isn't more mention of...
I do have the Simple Hollowing tool and agree with what David said. I didn't need to go over about 6" on a hollow form, so it is quite good for my use. I wouldn't use it for going any deeper than...
I had a redbud tree that was destroyed in a storm and got a couple of logs off it. Small, about 6" diameter and lots of knots, but the wood has very nice grain and color. Turns like a lot of other...
I would suggest a dam of hot melt glue, since it will not stick as tight as silicone sealant, and be easy get off.
Tom
Instead of trying to copy another bowl, let this one set for a while. It is a unique design, and may grow on you once you are over the "disaster" of it not looking like you thought it would. You...
Definitely cherry. It has just darkened a bit.
Tom
Seems to me the best way to do it would be to contact the charity you want to donate to. See if they have an auction or sale coming up that you could donate the bowls to.
Tom
I would say that is ash, maybe black ash.
Tom
Looks good. You just might end making a lot of those.
tom
Poplar is a good wood for turning, and should go down to 3/16" with little problem. Sounds like you are being too aggressive or are using dull tools, maybe both. Another area which will affect thin...
My first thought is redbud. Looks a lot like some that I got from my back yard after a wind storm.
Tom
I always sharpen my thin parting tool with a diamond hone (400 then 600). It only takes a minute and doesn't remove a lot of metal or distort the shape of the tool. Also leaves it very sharp. The...
Haven't tried this with bowls, but have put an epoxy coating on pen turnings to cover thread wrappings. My fixture uses a microwave turntable motor, which runs about 6 rpm. This is fast enough to...
I think you could make a drilling jig to fit over the end of the spoke, with a hole centered along the axis of the jig. This would allow drilling a centered hole in the spoke to insert a dowel. If...
On a tool rest that long it would be a good idea to use two banjos. That length will give a lot of leverage to break the weld or bend the rest if you have a catch.
Tom
Try tightening the nut under the banjo, it may have worked loose due to the vibration. It should have a jam nut with it to lock it in place once it is properly adjusted.
Tom
If you have a parting tool, it can roll beads, and the 1/8" width will fit in there quite easily. Remove as much as possible with a spindle or bowl gouge, then finish with a sharp parting tool.
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Since it won't turn with the wrench in one direction, I would suspect something with the wrench, possibly a burr which catches in one direction and not the other. If not that, I would think Oneway...
For a cake stand, I would make the bottom at least 2/3 of the top diameter, for stability. As far as the height, that is mostly a matter of taste, but I would not go too tall or it might look...
If it is too dry, it will expand if brought into a higher humidity environment than the shed. It is a good idea to let the wood acclimate to its new environment for a period of time to allow it to...
Some turners use a wet grinder, such as the Tormek, to get a more polished edge on their tools. You can also use stones to get a polished edge, usually just at the cutting edge, since the bevel is...
If the only reason is to help hold the dogs, I don't see any reason to glue the 2x12 all the way across the top. Just glue the 2x12 in the middle of the top, or better yet, use screws in oversized...