regardless of which press you look at, always check for runout
at the chuck. T do this, run the quill down as far as it goes, grab the chuck,and try to move it from side to side. no movement is...
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regardless of which press you look at, always check for runout
at the chuck. T do this, run the quill down as far as it goes, grab the chuck,and try to move it from side to side. no movement is...
Has anybody here had a problem with quart cans of zinnser shellac leaking from the bottom of the can, at the seam between the side and the bottom of the can? Was the shellac fresh or old? Did you...
I just received a Sargent # 407 smooth plane. When I researched the specs for the plane the length of the plane was given as 7". The plane I have is definitely marked - 407, on the plane body and the...
Here is the problem -I have a Patton 18" high velocity fan which is my salvation when I have work to do in my sauna(garage). The fan blade decided one day to shatter. I now have a perfectly usable...
I was not aware of the large array of tools offered by Carbide Processors! I'll have to visit their website!
I had the same problem with the 5" h&l pad on my porter cable RO sander. A new pad from PC was about $14. I found that Ryobi had a replacement pad for $5. Check HD for it.
Take the tool and the hose and go to the plumbing dept. Check out the fittings there and see what fits.The white fittings are reasonable and may save you from ending up with a pipe-duct tape-kluge....
I have a total of at least 145 files and rasps. The brands include Nicholson, Simonds, Heller, Johnson, Disston, Grobet, Arion, etc. 58 of the files are new, purchased at a time when these files were...
The original finish is lacquer with a soft sheen The damaged area still has lacquer but the finish has discolored and is now yellowish .There is also crazing in the finish in that area.
I still...
I have a beautiful solid (?) cherry coffee table with 2 large (6") areas where the finish has been removed by water leaking from flower pots placed on the table.
Is there a way to refinish the 2...
Sure, why not! include me. Thanks
If the item most important to you is the table raising mechanism and the cost of getting a tool with that feature is too much - you can accomplish the goal of making it easier to raise or lower your...
Who couldn't use a premium quality blade? include me in.
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beautiful and ultimately useful prize!Count me in.
Recently I saw a bandsaw setup video which very definitely did not support the necessity for co planar wheels on a bandsaw. The gentleman on the video related his many (20-30?) years of experience in...
I have roughly 100 files - the majority are Nicholson old stock, along with some Heller and miscellaneous brands. Most of the files are new, some are in the original wrapping and box. If you need any...
I too keep my receipts,but a word to the wise - Make a copy of the receipt!!!. I have had receipts fade so badly the FBI would have trouble getting any information. Damhikt
I picked up a 2101a brace in almost perfect condition save for a ratchet mechanism that would not allow the chuck to ratchet in either direction.Looking at the brace there was no obvious way to get...
Julian, If you live on Long Island give me a call (631-226-8754) . I have 76 smooth planes - #3.4,5,6,7 from various makers. I also have 35 block planes of various makers. I'll be glad to show you...
I have a Porter Cable BN200 brad nailer that refuses to feed a second brad after a first shot. The piston does not retract, ready for the next shot. The inside of the nailer is clean as a whistle and...
Peter Leyden - aviation electronic technician (ATR2) 1961-1964/ VAW33(Airborne Early Warning )
After years of reading about the "mysterious nib" on hand saws I finally ran across a Disston rip saw with the aforementioned nib! The saw was at an estate sale and the woman selling it had no idea...
I would love to post an ad in the " Sawmill Creek Classified forum, but do not have a clue as to how to attach pics to my post. Help!
Pete Leyden
Before recycling my beat up old aluminum storm door I pulled it apart and saved the die cast corner bracers which serve to keep the door square. When checked with a square they looked , well, square....