I sell quite a few bowls and people seem to like shine and smooth. I use Wipe On Poly from Thompson for most bowls. Several light coats, sanded with high grit sandpaper between coats.
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I sell quite a few bowls and people seem to like shine and smooth. I use Wipe On Poly from Thompson for most bowls. Several light coats, sanded with high grit sandpaper between coats.
I may not completely understand your problem. My 3520 has about 4.5" movement then it runs out and won't go back in unless you put a bit of pressure on it. It runs freely.
Not very familiar with that machine. It has a reeves drive and may need a new belt. They are said to be pretty good machines.
I installed horse stall mats under my PM3520B and it caused a lot of vibration. I had to remove it and put the lathe back on the concrete. I still use it to stand on and it helps. The mats are...
Robert I think your idea is pretty good. You might have to use some more as it will probably crack where the pith is in the sidewall. Maybe not. Coffee grounds looks like they would match pretty...
I have several tool rest and pretty much use them all. I have curved for outside of bowls and another for the inside of bowls. I have short and longer (original) tool rests. I use them all on...
I grind my scrapers upside down on the grinder and use the burr off the grinder. I made a template to set the grinder table and use an 80 grit CBN wheel. Quick and easy just takes a few seconds.
I use whatever works but a Dremel with a small roller type sander works very well.
The best light I have is a Moffit.(sp) It uses regular light bulbs, I use LED in mine. It comes with different mounting options. I have several lights but the Moffit is the best by a long shot. ...
Very nice bowls, however I would suggest trying an oil base finish at least on the first coat. The water base finish is ok but an oil base finish will bring out the wood character better. I mostly...
Joe I have the Hold Fast chucks and I had the same problem you are having. I tried the RubberChucky things without much success. I find that using foamboard from Walmart works fine. I'm talking...
Several years ago I got hit in the chest with a coring that broke free before I thought it was ready. It knocked the wind out of me and sent me to my knees. I'm glad it didn't hit my face shield.
Just put it on the lathe and use it. I have OneWay chucks and they are practically no maintenance. I do blow it out pretty regularly.
Nice bowl. Is the feature rings epoxy and what is your process of doing the ring??
Bob that is beautiful wood. I have tried my McNaughty on some burls with less than spectacular results.
Looking good John. Haven't seen you around for a while, maybe I looked in the wrong place.
Probably the biggest reason for lack of replies is the questions you ask are only known by the officers of the club . Members don't know several of the answers. I'm a member of the...
Steve I'm not sure just what you mean by chatter but you will get vibration on the outer edge of bowls quite often. One of the most simple things to do is use a steady rest. Usually the thinner the...
I have an older version of the same saw. Mine has a brake to turn off the saw and stop the blade. It has been a very good addition to the shop. I remember it being a little touchy getting...
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I see you haven't got many replies. About all I can tell you is that water based finishes keep the original color of the wood better than oil based finishes. Oil based finishes will add a amber...
I think it would turn ok, there may be wormholes in the dead ash. I'm not sure it would work for tool handles but get some and give it a try.
I have the 17" Griz. bandsaw and it does a good job. I did have to replace the tires on it a couple years after I got it. It is a pain to get aligned but once aligned it stays . The table is kind...
John love your videos :)
Leo that is the best explanation of drying wood I have seen for a while maybe ever.