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  1. The same relationship should exist between the...

    The same relationship should exist between the powered jointer and the handplane. The powered jointer is nothing more than an inverted handplane with a powered blade. Two to one, two and a half to...
  2. I believe that the rule of thumb is that the edge...

    I believe that the rule of thumb is that the edge you are jointing must be no longer than 2 1/2 times the length of the plane being used. I will remember where I read this as soon as I hit "submit...
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    Great prize to say the least! Gene

    Great prize to say the least!

    Gene
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    Vaughn, Nice little project, well done. did...

    Vaughn,

    Nice little project, well done. did you use splines in the corners or? Either way, very pretty!

    Gene
  5. Jason, As always, beautiful!!! Question...

    Jason,

    As always, beautiful!!! Question though, I am working with some QS Sycamore right now. I notice the flecking really stands out, what did you use for finishing? Thanks for the reply....
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    I'll take full resposibility of being odd man...

    I'll take full resposibility of being odd man out. I am a Leigh traitor, as great as the Leigh instruction manual is, I must say that is fully needed:rolleyes: . If you don't need more than 16", and...
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    Incredibly beautiful, being a sometime box maker...

    Incredibly beautiful, being a sometime box maker myself I can really appreciate the craftsmanship you are presenting. nice job!!

    Gene
  8. Thread: Lapsharp

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    >There's no mess so I don't know what you're...

    >There's no mess so I don't know what you're talking about with that one. <

    The one I seen at Japanwoodworker was so dirty it was almost unreckognizable. That's where that came from.

    >>If I...
  9. Thread: Lapsharp

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    I'm talking about a reasonably large metal...

    I'm talking about a reasonably large metal turning lathe, not a wood lathe. Don't underestimate belt drives, they are a very efficient means of power transfer, inexpensive, and very efficient. They...
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    Did you know that the plates on the Lap Sharp are...

    Did you know that the plates on the Lap Sharp are dead flat? Machined not cast. How about the fact that you can switch from one grade of paper to another without changing you’re setting. Try that...
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    Dennis, Typically the brake on a series type...

    Dennis,

    Typically the brake on a series type motor as used in power tools with brushes works like this. The trigger switch is a four pole switch, when the saw is running power is connected to the...
  12. John, The Akeda stays, yes the bugs (me) are...

    John,

    The Akeda stays, yes the bugs (me) are out of it. It has turned out to be a very creative tool.

    Gene
  13. Vaughn, It's certainly worthwhile taking the...

    Vaughn,

    It's certainly worthwhile taking the time to use it. Somewhat challenging but well worth it. Thanks for your comments. I am by no means an expert with mine but if you need any help holler....
  14. As always, thanks for the nice comments guys. ...

    As always, thanks for the nice comments guys.

    Gene
  15. Small Box made with the Jointech Cabinetmaker

    Attached are a couple pictures of a small box I made using the Jointech Cabinetmaker system. The box is 8" X 6" and is made from Bocote and Yellowheart bandsawed and planed to about 5/16" thick. The...
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    Mark, I may see you there, not sure yet if I'm...

    Mark,

    I may see you there, not sure yet if I'm going but just might take a quick trip down to look around. I'll be looking for you at the MM booth if I go.

    Gene
  17. I use a Jointer Pal magnetic jig. Woodcraft sells...

    I use a Jointer Pal magnetic jig. Woodcraft sells them, Grizzly too and probably others. Easy, fast and accurate, greatly simplifies the somewhat tedious proceedure.

    Gene
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    I have the Makita 12V, it quickly became my go to...

    I have the Makita 12V, it quickly became my go to tool for driving. I can't say how the others are but the Makita has great low speed control, I returned a Dewalt because it didn't. You can slowly...
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    Hi Steve, From a visual standpoint, I think I...

    Hi Steve,

    From a visual standpoint, I think I like to see the pins from the side. However I haven's seen it your way, maybe if I did I might prefer it. You might have something from the strength...
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    Dan, I bought the Jointech to compliment the...

    Dan,

    I bought the Jointech to compliment the Akeda for boxes and other joinery. The Jointech will certainly do everything the Akeda will do and much more, but is not as simple to use, particularly...
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    Yes John, it looks and probably is tippy. Even...

    Yes John, it looks and probably is tippy. Even though it is pretty heavy it is narrow. Thanks for the advice, we'll be sure it's up against something while in use.

    Gene
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    It was a design decision Alan, I could have made...

    It was a design decision Alan, I could have made it symetrical.

    Gene
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    Thanks for all of the nice comments guys, I...

    Thanks for all of the nice comments guys, I appreciate it. You too John M.:D
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    Shaker Style stepstool

    LOML recently commisioned me to build a step stool to reach the high areas of the house, kitchen etc. This was my best shot, built mostly from plans from Jointech mostly because I wasn't able to...
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    Another alternative maybe!

    Bernie,

    If you have a router table, for $135. you can buy an Incra Ultralite that will do all of your box joints plus dovetail joints in a much more sophisticated way. It will permit you do to do...
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