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    If you build a platform, be sure to build it wide...

    If you build a platform, be sure to build it wide and deep enough. I have seen several platforms which forced the turner to periodically step off the platform to either start or finish a cut.
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    If you only need a few, you may want to...

    If you only need a few, you may want to periodically check the local Goodwill or Salvation Army store. I have found mugs in excellent condition for $1 - $2 each. After you remove the screw on the...
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    We are tentatively planning to build the stand so...

    We are tentatively planning to build the stand so the center of the grinding wheel is the same height as the lathe spindle. That was recommended to us by Eric Lofstrom who demonstrated for us...
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    Thank you very much for all the responses! I...

    Thank you very much for all the responses! I think we may use a sturdy tool cart with locking casters. It seems to provide both the storage and mobility we need. When we get everything assembled,...
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    Movable Grinder Stand

    Our woodturning club is fortunate to be able to meet in the basement of a local church, but we need to move our equipment before and after each meeting. Has anyone purchased or built a grinder stand...
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    I think most scroll saws are on a stand with the...

    I think most scroll saws are on a stand with the same size footprint. I am not aware of any that you can store "on a shelf."
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    I only use the 180 grit wheel. If you are only...

    I only use the 180 grit wheel. If you are only sharpening (and not reshaping), you only need to touch the tool to the wheel 2-4 times. With this light touch, there is no need to grind away a lot of...
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    Thanks for the replies and the link to he...

    Thanks for the replies and the link to he article. I am trying to remove the natural pigments and get the white look. It might be easiest to try the 2 part commercially available product for $13. ...
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    Wood Bleach Question

    I have recently turned a maple vase and want to bleach it to even out the wood color. The local stores (Home Depot, Lowes, Sherwin Williams) don't sell wood bleach but they sell wood brighteners...
  10. By mixing the grain orientation, do you...

    By mixing the grain orientation, do you anticipate any problems with different wood movement? I've often thought of doing this, but have always shied away from doing so. Maybe, I am just being...
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    I also have the Nova modular tool rest system...

    I also have the Nova modular tool rest system with the "hardened tops." Mine are also quite dinged after several months use. The flexibility and price of this system are very good, but the quality...
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    2 hours is not that far to drive to buy a "brand...

    2 hours is not that far to drive to buy a "brand new, never been used" Dewalt scroll saw. If it comes with a light and/or stand, I would get in the car and buy it now. You never know when or if...
  13. If you want it to look pretty, use a sink cutout...

    If you want it to look pretty, use a sink cutout from a counter top and attach a wood edging the whole way around. For additional support, you can either glue a piece of mdf under the sink cutout or...
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    Be very careful! I bought an old glue-up one...

    Be very careful! I bought an old glue-up one time, only to discover that the glued joints were failing.
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    I've had two broken headbands. When the first...

    I've had two broken headbands. When the first one broke, the retailer where I bought the shield provided a free replacement. When the second one broke, Trend provided a free replacement. I know...
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    Jim: I notice you live in the Pittsburg area. ...

    Jim: I notice you live in the Pittsburg area. You should consider joining the Pittsburg woodturning club. I'm sure they can answer all your questions and provide some great assistance which will...
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    Rikon Grinder Dust Port Problem

    I bought one of the new 1 HP Rikon grinders and am having trouble mounting it with the Oneway Wolverine Grinding Jig. Per the Oneway instructions, you are supposed to leave 6.25" - 6.5" between the...
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    Great review! I have owned a Sawstop for about 1...

    Great review! I have owned a Sawstop for about 1 year it is probably the best made tool in my shop. My only problem - my overarm dust collection is not as good as I would like it to be. I use the...
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    I've had to do this and have a couple thoughts. ...

    I've had to do this and have a couple thoughts. First, you should ask how quickly she wants to sell the items. For example, if she wants to sell everything over a 1-2 day sale, you may need to...
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    Very nice! We are hoping to get 750 Beads of...

    Very nice! We are hoping to get 750 Beads of Courage boxes donated at the AAW symposium in Atlanta this summer.
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    The Dewalt 788 model is a very good scroll saw. ...

    The Dewalt 788 model is a very good scroll saw. Sometimes you can find them used for $250 - $300. I'm not sure what kind of quality you can buy for less than that.
  22. I have 80 grit and 180 grit radius wheels from...

    I have 80 grit and 180 grit radius wheels from Woodturning Wonders. I use the radius to sharpen the bits for hollowing tools (something I learned in a David Ellsworth class). If you have any...
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    I am trying to avoid bleed from sanding dust. ...

    I am trying to avoid bleed from sanding dust. Unfortunately, I do not know how to post a photo on this forum. The bowl I am making is commonly called a vortex bowl and was created by Hal Metlitzky...
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    Thank you very much for this information. I was...

    Thank you very much for this information. I was wondering if the sanding sealer would fill the pores and it seems like it won't. (I'm not sure that is a bad thing.) I think I will clean the surface...
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    Sanding Sealer v Grain Filler

    I need to finish a multicolor segmented bowl that has a lot of open grain. Can someone please explain the difference between sanding sealer and grain filler? Any thoughts as to which one might be...
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