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    +1 on the Harborfreight. I bought a Dremel...

    +1 on the Harborfreight. I bought a Dremel lookalike from them a year ago. Has 4 speeds. I have used it a lot, and it has hung in there. Cost around $20.
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    Curt, thanks for your suggestion. It isw...

    Curt, thanks for your suggestion. It isw something to consider.
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    Kitchen Cabinet Door Cat Scratching Problem

    My cat has developed the habit of scratching the two cabinet doors underneath the sink. He does this because he: wants to be fed, given a treat, scratched, or generally paid attention to.

    I...
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    I have a goodly number of chisels and hand...

    I have a goodly number of chisels and hand planes. Like them and use them. However, there are times when a power tool is appropriate. When I finished my workbench, I used a router sled to flatten. As...
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    I like the belt sander with coarse grit 1st. ...

    I like the belt sander with coarse grit 1st. Take it outside and get most of it off. Doesn't have to be perfect. Then the jointer. Absolutely use a metal detector. I also use a wire brush on...
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    I continue to be amazed at the tangents folks go...

    I continue to be amazed at the tangents folks go off on after the original poster has asked a question, namely, keep the #5 in the box and send it back? My reply is yes.
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    Poll: Too bad you left out Ridgid orange.

    Too bad you left out Ridgid orange.
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    After reading all the reviews I could find, I...

    After reading all the reviews I could find, I bought the #452 Makita. I have had it a few weeks, and am very satisfied with it. The Milwaukee was a close 2nd in the reviews. I have several...
  9. Poll: What basement. Down here in Florida its not an...

    What basement. Down here in Florida its not an option.
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    I have a clearvue mini that I bought a year ago,...

    I have a clearvue mini that I bought a year ago, and it is one of the few items in my shop that not only works as good as advertised, but better.

    I suspect Oneida's actions had something to do...
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    I sharpen my jointer blades with a shopmade jig. ...

    I sharpen my jointer blades with a shopmade jig. Does a great job. My planer knives, 12", are a bit much for a jig.

    Consider Dynamic Saw in Buffalo. I have used them, they do a great job, and...
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    If you do decide to go to the show at Peach...

    If you do decide to go to the show at Peach State, you may want to visit their website, www.peachstatelumber.com, before you go. They have a nice selection of hardwoods.
  13. Go to devilbissparts.com, as devilbiss may have...

    Go to devilbissparts.com, as devilbiss may have made your snap on compressor. They have a toll free number. Give them a call, if they don't have your parts, I bet they can point you in the right...
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    I too have a 3660. First I got a ZCI. There are...

    I too have a 3660. First I got a ZCI. There are several supplier sites which carry them.

    I got a Forrest WWII, with the 1/8" kerf. I found that the splitter was pretty thick, and the 1/8 helps...
  15. Several have mentioned using a belt sander. I...

    Several have mentioned using a belt sander. I too have done this on several soles, and have had good results. I have a 6X48 sander, and use a 320 grit belt. A note of caution: Do not hold it on...
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    I made a jig for my jointer blades, and use the...

    I made a jig for my jointer blades, and use the scary sharp method. Works great. Since the blades on my planer are indexed, I am leery of using a sharpening method which might cause the width of...
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    Poll: square drive is good, but for my money the best...

    square drive is good, but for my money the best is star(or torx) drive.
  18. Thread: 110v vs 240v

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    Last year I purchased a Ridgid jointer and table...

    Last year I purchased a Ridgid jointer and table saw. I already had a dedicated 220v line to my shop for my compressor, so I converted both to 220. I knew it wouldn't make the tools more...
  19. I use a 20 gal Craftsman shopvac on my Delta...

    I use a 20 gal Craftsman shopvac on my Delta planer and Ridgid jointer. I got tired of the filter clogging up quickly, so I got a Clearvue mini cyclone. Its one of the best investments I ever made....
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    What are you looking for? More open/working...

    What are you looking for? More open/working time? I have used a glue from Lee Valley, 2002GF, which has an open time of 15-18 minutes, as opposed to Titebond of around 8 minutes. It behaves the...
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    Whichever one you buy, there is an item to...

    Whichever one you buy, there is an item to consider. Most come with a point. If you are going to use it to adjust jointer or planer blades, make sure you get a button end as well. The tips just...
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    In reply to your original question, go the the...

    In reply to your original question, go the the Lee Valley website, and look under adhesives/glue. You will find 2002GF adhesive. Has a 15-18 minute work time, compared to Titebond's 8 minutes. I...
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    Get Jorgensen hold down clamps from Peachtree...

    Get Jorgensen hold down clamps from Peachtree Woodworking Supply. They are USA made, from a long-time reputable company, and won't shatter after one or two hammer hits.
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    Al, I think you made a smart move. I think you...

    Al, I think you made a smart move. I think you will find that your new router has soft start, and speed control, which on mine is a dial close to the top. The instruction booklet(s) with the unit...
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    I have the similar Craftsman plunge/fixed base...

    I have the similar Craftsman plunge/fixed base combo, but I bought the 11amp with variable speed. I like the tool, especially the depth of cut adjustment.

    If you haven't used it yet, I would...
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