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  1. I am one of those that enjoyed the fringe of...

    I am one of those that enjoyed the fringe of woodworking....saw the kreg jig propaganda video, and immediately became a skilled woodworker (not really)! I have used my kreg jig to build captain's...
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    I had a 3 day vacation in a hospital about 3...

    I had a 3 day vacation in a hospital about 3 months ago as a result of a spider bite.......I have respect for them, but I definately do not wish to cohabitate in the garage (where I was bitten).
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    Hey there Rich, I bought a 3660 about a...

    Hey there Rich,

    I bought a 3660 about a month ago, that sale happened to coincide with my birthday;)...I also bought a forrest WWII .125 40T blade (thru the creek's link to amazon) and I have...
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    For the $$, you simply cannot beat the features...

    For the $$, you simply cannot beat the features of the ridgid 3660, you would be able to also get a nice blade and not go over your budget.
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    You should know what to expect...

    It's like anything else....If you are looking for higher end specialty items....you don't go to the borgs. You cannot reasonably expect to get wonderful service every time you go there. They are a...
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    I also use the white plastic banquet...

    I also use the white plastic banquet table.....It's the only thing I "let" my wife keep in my side of the garage(shop). She uses it for scrapbooking. I also built a copy of Norm's big table with...
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    You know, I hate to buck the trend...

    You know, I hate to buck the trend here................so I won't! I also recently bought a 3660, and I LOVE that fence. Use that fence for a while and be the judge yourself. Then you can either...
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    It's the journey there that's most of the fun....

    I only know one guy that already has a legitimate "DREAM SHOP", and this poor sod has a separate 2000 sf "home away from home" on his property. He has a lounge with all the necessitis, an office two...
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    hammer time...

    I've removed my fair share of JB off of plumbing (copper, black pipe, even a boiler) with a small flat blade screwdriver and a well placed tap w/ a hammer. I am not so sure this would be the best...
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    Ahhhh....seems very similar to my recent gloat!!

    I just got a 3660 and a WWII as well. I'm an aggie down here in texas, and my wife is already giving me crap about the orange legs..........

    I think you did quite well!! Hell, all they have to...
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    lol....funny you should mention that...

    Charles...I was going into the borg to buy the 3650...they had 4 in stock, and NONE of them had box 2 of 2 (The Rails)!! Lucky for me they had two 3660s sitting up front. Perhaps the Borg has been...
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    First Tool Gloat Ever.....Pics

    I posted my gloat earlier, but here are the pics. After much research and debate, I finally purchased my first TS....a ridgid ts3660. I was unable to resist for 466$!! I am a hobbiest at best who...
  13. dust collection is underneath the table..2 1/2...

    dust collection is underneath the table..2 1/2 inch port. I used it today with a shop vac and it harvested about 90-95% of the dust. I'm pleased
  14. no pics yet...unfamiliar with gloat etiquette!!!

    I like to build furniture for my kids (6 and 4) and also build useful things for me(deer blinds, benches, wood caddies, etc) My next project to help me familiarize myself with the saw will be a...
  15. First Gloat....after Nearly A Year.....

    I've been around here for nearly a year now...enjoying all the wonderful posts and helpful information. And the gloats!!

    I finally bought my first TS after much research and debate..A Ridgid...
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    Why all the fuss??

    You said they were italians, right?? Make sure they're not "connected", hire some guys to come over...bada bing, bada boom. Done!!

    KIDDING, FOLKS, ONLY KIDDING!!

    Life is too short, bro. I...
  17. prolly so, I need to contact the Grizz to find...

    prolly so, I need to contact the Grizz to find out exactly what it pulls upon startup
  18. I think the 661 requires a 30a circuit for 120v...

    I think the 661 requires a 30a circuit for 120v operation, that is unfortunately going to make this not an option....even if I had the extra $$$ for it.

    How does a riving knife improve safety...
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    Man are you guys funny.......

    I run a drycleaners here in central texas, and I can tell you that this type of adhesive is one of the most difficult to remove from fabric. Glue bonds to clothing fibers even better than wood........
  20. Yet another tablesaw inquiry.......Grizzly G0444

    I'm finally at the point where i have some $$ to lay down on a TS. Not serious $$ mind you, but around 600-700. I do not have 220 service in my shop(garage). I have two 20A circuits in there. I...
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    Action photos to boot! ROTFL!

    Action photos to boot!

    ROTFL!
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    I knew this one would elicit many replies!

    thanks everyone for their input. I am leaning toward a lightweight apron. it is bloody hot here in the summer in central texas...exept this year. This year I should have built an ark!!!

    Al
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    in the shop...tool belt or apron??

    I've been at this for about 2 years or so, and have managed to complete enough projects that the loml has confidently given a long list of to me!! I do a little of odd job type work away from home,...
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    thanks fellas

    I know this is a cheap item, and would not expect a lifetime of use from it, I examined one in person and it seemed well built to the untrained eye considering the price. I would never buy power...
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    Need opinions on this workbench....

    http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/displayitem.taf?Itemnumber=93454

    A harbor freight item..........
    This bench is on sale here in central texas for 159.00. I have never used a conventional...
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