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    I had the same problem using a solvent based...

    I had the same problem using a solvent based adhesive and a solvent based conversion varnish. The solvent seeps through the small fissures in the veneer and causes bubbles.
    My solution to the...
  2. The term “elderly” is often a misused word. It...

    The term “elderly” is often a misused word. It has more to do with a state of mind rather than a chronological number. I know people in their sixties who are elderly because they have retired and...
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    David You mention that in your experience the...

    David
    You mention that in your experience the peel and stick banding is not too good in long term durability. What has happened to cause you to form this opinion? I have been using Fast Cap peel...
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    John There is no comparison between a...

    John

    There is no comparison between a General 490 and any made in Asia bandsaw. At $ 550 it is a steal. New it sells at $3200 (check General flyer for US prices) and the last one I saw...
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    Brian When I use screws for Blum hinges I don't...

    Brian
    When I use screws for Blum hinges I don't predrill pilot holes. The screws I use are Roberston # 6 x 5/8 LoRoot. They have an extremely sharp point so you can easily center them. I have never...
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    Vince If you can manage the price of...

    Vince

    If you can manage the price of General tools, they are well worth the investment because you only have to pay for a tool once. Like Don’s bandsaw, my Model 130 planer is 27 year old,...
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    Williams and Husssey, located in New Hampshire,...

    Williams and Husssey, located in New Hampshire, manufactures a molding machine that is considered to be the best in its class. 100 % manufactured in USA, it has a Baldor motor on it.

    I...
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    If money is not an object you might consider an...

    If money is not an object you might consider an Omga Model MEC 300 ST or T55 300.
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    The youtube video, Stopping a General Lathe, and...

    The youtube video, Stopping a General Lathe, and the article, Fine Woodwooding Heavy Duty Lathe Test, have one thing in common – neither feature a General lathe. Both refer to a General...
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    Like you and so many others, I started off with...

    Like you and so many others, I started off with Sears Craftsman tools. When my 1970's 4 x 24 belt sander finally wore out several years ago I replaced it with a Makita 9403. I am extremely happy with...
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    I have a 490 bandsaw. It is an excellent tool. ...

    I have a 490 bandsaw. It is an excellent tool.
    If you maintain General tools by looking after proper lubrication, they will last for ever. I have 5 General tools, all 15 to 30 years old and I have...
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    A good reference source for building decks is the...

    A good reference source for building decks is the Fairfax County, Virginia, website.
    http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/dpwes/publications/decks/

    It will give you most of the information and standards...
  13. I agree with those who are commending General...

    I agree with those who are commending General International for the way they have handled the jointer problem. I have always had superb service from General International customer support. Over the...
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    Steve, a great idea. I did exactly that with a...

    Steve, a great idea. I did exactly that with a used jointer I bought last week. I took the fence home with me. I was not thinking that it would be sold to someone else, but instead I was just trying...
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    Dave, if you were using the 10 mm wrench that...

    Dave, if you were using the 10 mm wrench that Delta provides with the DJ-20, that might be the problem. I had a similar problem that was solved just by throwing away the Delta wrench and using a...
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