Thanks Mike!
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Thanks Mike!
Brad - I also use the same bit. Quick question - Did you write a program for the surfacing - what surfacing instructions do you guys use?
Sad day indeed. Prayers to his family and friends. One of the biggest mistakes most people make is thinking that a fire extiguisher is to put out a fire. Unless the fire is just starting (and I...
I have tried many ideas for lighing on the large lath; and finally settle on the Moffat light since I use Mofffat lights on the drill press and band saw. I have a Oneway 2436 and went with Oneway...
Jim Sebring - Airsteam unit has the motor in the helmet (more weight) and the battery pack on a belt you wear. The Adflo has the motor, larger filter and motor on a belt you wear with a hose that...
Adflo tilts up - The big difference between the two is the airstream has the motor in the helment and adflo you wear on your waist. Therefore, the Adfo has a soft cloth top verse the helment which I...
Sounds like you tool rest is too high or low. Also you need to find the bevel on the tool, approach the wood with the bevel high on the wood and slowing bring the tool into the wood by keeping the...
Cong. - Where's my cigar (Candy)? Just remember to go slow (safety first) and have FUN!!!:)
Steve Sounds like to me that you got a used one. I know that on my chucks if the inset has been in for a while and I want to change the insert sometime I need to lightly tap the the insert to get it...
Yep - 2 days drive but I'll be there. See you there- Bob @ Bear's Lair
Check out the Spin Doctor - www.theokspindoctor.com. He builts steady rests and holling system. The steady rest is built like a tank and will last forever. Everybody I know including myself are...
Burt - Worth every penny. I receive just about all the mags there are out there on woodturning and Woodturning UK is the best by far. I agree with Bendan - one of the highlights monthly. Not sure...
I agree with Mat and Jim. But DO NOT buy too cheap on the lath and/or the tools. Otherwise you fall into the CHEAP Hole - thinking you don't really like turning wood when it was not all your fault....
The Ellsworth Gouge is my favorite tool for turning. To sharp the tool correcting is fairly easy if you invest in a few items. First, I use the Ellsworths Sharpening Jig with Oneway Wolevering...