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I have 2 questions for you. Since this "misalignment" is this small, any chance that the centers you're using to make this test are responsible? If the alignment is really off by a 64th, will this...

A point of interest... A continuity tester for a switch isn't always an accurate method of checking its operation. A lot of switches will test good but can't handle a power load. Even light switches...

A thought.... Marry them both. Use your flat work skills to assemble the boards into the stock for segmented turning. No big hunks of tree trunk, no waiting for the wood to dry, etc. You cut up...

No matter what, tell him to get a chuck that has spindle adapters for it. Then no matter what he upgrades to, all he'll have to do is buy another adapter for the chuck. That's what I did.

Hank

Art-
I know what you mean. I suspect most of us have been there, done that, AND knew we shouldn't have. Thanks for the reminder.

Jason -
This has been of interest to me for...

Kevin - Lots of choices... However make sure you have protection that's rated "NIOSH rating N95". If you use one that isn't rated that way you may be lulling yourself into a false sense of...

Jason - The wood is laminated maple or sure looks like it. I drilled a hole for a clock insert finished it and gave it to a bowling nut I know. BTW, getting the plastic off it is a real trip. Long...

Chuck - Thanks for the input. That was the web site that I'd considered ordering from too. I was interested in the plan & material pack option. I thought I'd try to cut the gears myself and worst...

After much consideration, I've decided to get another chuck insert. If I have to swap out the inserts too many times I may just have to bite the bullet and get another chuck. It's the most expedient...

John - Thanks again for your input. I'll leave the thread active for a little while in case any Creeker has built one of these clocks. I'd rather get some input from here than another site where I...

Chris - Their price was $74.99+. Their web site directed me to a local store. That store wanted $66.95 + tax. The search is still on. As a last resort I may end up using Hilel's recommendation....

John -
I've been to that site and it does seem to have a lot going for it. I don't like to call the store owner for a testamonial on his product. It's the same reason you don't ask a used car...

I would like to thank everyone for all the suggestions. BUT...I need to hook up with someone who has actually made one... I never had any problem finding sources of plans or kits. If you have made...

Rick, Dave- Have either one of you made one of these clocks?

Hank

There are quite a few places I could go to get plans or kits. I need feedback/review from someone who's made one. To complicated a project to just take a shot in the dark if you know what I mean.
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When I made a coffee table, I had a similar issue. I ended up notching the lower shelf ( notching the legs would weaken them too much) and using floating tenons to secure it. use the tenons on the...

Ken - I have a SN2 with a 1-1/4 insert and want to use it on a 1x8 lathe. The reason I'm looking for a spindel adapter is that I don't want to keep changing out the chuck inserts. I know that's an...

Ken - Thanks for the suggestion but the adapter they had was 1-1/4x8 to 1x8. That goes the wrong way. My chuck is 1-1/4 and I want to use it on a lathe with 1x8. Thanks anyway.

Hank

Would anyone who's make one of those wooden gear clocks suggest the best place to get plans/hardware for one? I recently saw one and was really impressed with it. Thanks in advance.

Hank

I'm looking for an inexpensive spindel adapter (1x8 to 1-1/4). I don't want to spend much more than it would cost to get another insert for my scroll chuck($25). The only ones I have found so far are...

I received this e-mail today... I hope this will inspire some of us who have lost enthusiasm for the FP Project to redouble their efforts. BTW, I always try to use an exotic wood to make the pen an...

Did you happen to notice the $99.99 shipping charge they for this???

Hank

Travis - When I first started making pens I didn't have problems with my chisels it was being overly enthusiatic with the sand paper which ended up reducing the diameter of the bushings very...

Dale - Do you belong to a wood turning club? If not, find one. Two reasons besides the chance to improve your skills and enjoy the fellowship of like minded hobbyists. The first will give you a...

Malcolm - would you share the method you used to cut the pieces for the Rooks? Those are the most remarkable pieces I have ever seen for that size. What clamping did you use if any? If it's not too...