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    When I wired my shop, I wanted to do it one time....

    When I wired my shop, I wanted to do it one time. So, I ran 10-2 w/g to all 220V outlets, putting at least one on each wall whether I had a tool there at the time or not. Each wall also has its own...
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    I recently completed a build of a Shapeoko2 kit...

    I recently completed a build of a Shapeoko2 kit type system. It's no longer available, but Inventables has a new model, X-Carve, in kit form at a good price.
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    While it may not meet everyone's idea of...

    While it may not meet everyone's idea of standard, here's my configuration.

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    I built my Shapeoko2 CNC on a shelf against a wall of my shop. Viewing it from the side, my X-axis is...
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    When we decided to move out of Florida to...

    When we decided to move out of Florida to southwest Georgia in 2006 for retirement, my wife and I downsizing to a smaller house wouldn't a bad thing. It's just the two of us and there is no way any...
  5. The most dangerous as well as the most beneficial...

    The most dangerous as well as the most beneficial tool in any shop is the BRAIN.

    Lose focus for an instant and you could be in trouble. I've never had an accident with a table saw, but I've...
  6. If your Grizzly has a crowned tire like mine, the...

    If your Grizzly has a crowned tire like mine, the tracking adjustment will affect the angle of the blade.
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    Poll: My vote was 'No' for a blade change. I have a...

    My vote was 'No' for a blade change. I have a very large paddle extending from the switch across the front of the saw. Turning the saw on requires reaching your finger through the safety paddle. ...
  8. FWIW, I have a 1/2" Woodslicer I've been using...

    FWIW, I have a 1/2" Woodslicer I've been using for 10 years on my Grizzly G0513. I resaw with the stock fence and adjust tracking to be parallel with the fence which is parallel with the blade which...
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    If 'it all turns to heat eventually', that...

    If 'it all turns to heat eventually', that implies the motor does no work. If a motor has an efficiency rating of 80%, that means it should convert 80% of the input power into work performed; 20%...
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    Thanks to all of you for your positive feedback....

    Thanks to all of you for your positive feedback. :)
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    We find inspiration in many places and from...

    We find inspiration in many places and from others. I was drawing up a fairly typical rectangular entertainment center cabinet with a center section 3-4' wide by 24" deep by 25" high and end...
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    Since the DC is recirculating shop air, I doubt...

    Since the DC is recirculating shop air, I doubt it's pulling warm air from anywhere. My shop ceiling is 8.5'. There is no burning odor, just a heat rise. When I say 'noticeable', I mean it's...
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    Thanks, Bruce. It brought its challenges, but...

    Thanks, Bruce. It brought its challenges, but the outcome is what we wanted.

    As far as the TV goes, we looked at a lot of them at Best Buy as well as Walmart. We were pretty well set on LG and...
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    Reading through this thread has me thinking about...

    Reading through this thread has me thinking about my 3hp Super Dust Gorilla installation. I had originally thought about venting it outdoors but decided against the air loss and connected the filter...
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    My HF does everything I need a pinner to do.

    My HF does everything I need a pinner to do.
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    Excellent form and execution, Glenn!

    Excellent form and execution, Glenn!
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    I run a 1/4" dado in drawer sides regardless of...

    I run a 1/4" dado in drawer sides regardless of whether I'm using 1/4" or 1/2" plywood. When I use 1/2" for larger drawers or those that might have heavy items in them, I rabbet the sides and front...
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    Mahogany Credenza

    I haven't been around here much for quite a while, but have been checking in lately. Most of my time is spent on another board, but I'm trying to catch up over here a bit.

    My most recently...
  19. Poll: Non-SS owner - no injuries. Paying attention to...

    Non-SS owner - no injuries. Paying attention to setups and stopping when I don't feel safe has kept me from being hurt when using my table saw or other power tools. My worst shop injuries have been...
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    From the Amazon page: Things that make you go...

    From the Amazon page:
    Things that make you go "hmmmmmm.........."

    Usually ships within 1 to 3 months.
    Ships from and sold by Amazon.com. Gift-wrap available.

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    Thanks for all of the input so far, guys. I'm...

    Thanks for all of the input so far, guys. I'm beginning to re-think my direction. I've seen a reference to the cutterhead bolts in another forum as well as here. Availability of replacement blades...
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    Ridgid R4330 Planer - Experience?

    My faithful Delta planer bit the dust a few days ago and I've been reviewing new benchtop planers. While the DW735 is an attractive option, I really don't want to spend that much. I've checked...
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    It adds to the overall effectiveness of dust...

    It adds to the overall effectiveness of dust collection when making through cuts, especially when cutting material that produces fine dust. Chips can get thrown to the sides of the hood but I plan...
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    I installed the PSI overhead guard and dust...

    I installed the PSI overhead guard and dust collection system several months ago. You can see it here in my shop tour on my non-commercial website.
  25. I had one of those compressors and used it for...

    I had one of those compressors and used it for everything, including HVLP spray guns. It's noisy but I used it in my garage so it was kinda outside. I sold it when I got a great deal on a 6hp,...
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