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  0 Thread: Which chuck for new bowl turner?
Post: RE: Which chuck for new bowl turner?

Me too. I’m tired of just spindle stuff. Lol
macpianoman Woodturning 10 3,842 08-28-2020, 04:51 PM
  0 Thread: First time to do bowls
Post: First time to do bowls

I’ve turned plenty of spindle type stuff but want to get into bowls. I have the smaller Excelsior lathe and it came with a screw plate. I understand that I can use that for at least the top or the bot...
macpianoman Woodturning 7 3,763 08-27-2020, 01:50 PM
  0 Thread: Delta 6 inch Variable Speed Grinder for Sharpening
Post: RE: Delta 6 inch Variable Speed Grinder for Sharpe...

Thanks on all the advice. I have a $100 gift card for Lowe’s. I think I’ll look at those top 2 grinders in your list.
macpianoman Woodturning 5 2,384 08-26-2020, 06:25 AM
  0 Thread: Delta 6 inch Variable Speed Grinder for Sharpening
Post: Delta 6 inch Variable Speed Grinder for Sharpening

Getting a new small Excelsior lathe. Unfortunately I sold off my last grinder and One Way sharpening jig when we moved to Florida. Yeah that was pretty dumb of me. Lol. Lowe’s has the 6 inch Delta Var...
macpianoman Woodturning 5 2,384 08-25-2020, 05:01 PM
  0 Thread: SAWSTOP: Tripped the Brake Cartridge: UPDATE
Post: RE: SAWSTOP: Tripped the Brake Cartridge: UPDATE

I just tripped my Sawstop the other day. I never use a miter guage on the Sawstop because I have a fancy Dewalt miter saw. I was not thinking and I pushed the Osborne EB3 right into the blade on the S...
macpianoman Woodworking Power Tools 26 12,570 07-28-2020, 07:40 PM
  0 Thread: Stanley #5 hand plane
Post: Stanley #5 hand plane

This is an almost new Stanley #5 handplane. Although it is contractor quality. An extra blade is included. $40 plus $17 shipping in a “if it fits it ships” USPS box.
macpianoman Tool Swap N' Sell 0 1,100 01-23-2020, 03:36 PM
  0 Thread: Dust Collector for garage
Post: RE: Dust Collector for garage

Thanks for the great replies!
macpianoman Woodworking Power Tools 23 11,509 06-05-2018, 09:57 PM
  0 Thread: Dust Collector for garage
Post: RE: Dust Collector for garage

Yes you’re right on the HF Dust Collector. I’m trying to remember how everyone used to modify those. If anyone has a link I’d appreciate that.
macpianoman Woodworking Power Tools 23 11,509 06-04-2018, 03:28 PM
  0 Thread: How to obtain value of major tools
Post: RE: How to obtain value of major tools

I bought my Ridgid Drill Press and band saw as floor models for $150 each 10 years ago and sold for $135 on the Drill Press and $200 on the band saw. Understand I put a riser block and Timberwolf blad...
macpianoman Woodworking Power Tools 8 5,447 06-02-2018, 07:53 PM
  0 Thread: How to obtain value of major tools
Post: RE: How to obtain value of major tools

I just sold off most of my shop. My Sawstop cost me $2100 10 years ago. I got $1700 but included a Forrest blade and Incra Fence etc., the Ridgid jointer now $600 online and cost me $349 10 years ago ...
macpianoman Woodworking Power Tools 8 5,447 06-02-2018, 04:47 PM
  0 Thread: Dust Collector for garage
Post: Dust Collector for garage

I’m looking a DC of some type for the garage. It can be movable and probably in the $4-500 range or less. I may have a surface planer and my Jet Drum sander at some point. Thanks
macpianoman Woodworking Power Tools 23 11,509 05-24-2018, 04:55 PM
  0 Thread: Best Rolling Miter Stand for Garage
Post: RE: Best Rolling Miter Stand for Garage

So I decided to just get this Husky cabinet and I will put a wood top on and mount the Miter Saw to it. It will never be out of the garage and the 4 foot wide cabinet next to it wil be the extension s...
macpianoman Woodworking Power Tools 5 3,064 05-23-2018, 05:55 PM
  0 Thread: Best Rolling Miter Stand for Garage
Post: Best Rolling Miter Stand for Garage

I’m looking for the best foldup rolling Miter Stand for my Milwaukee 12 inch slider Miter Box. Having lift help would be great.
macpianoman Woodworking Power Tools 5 3,064 05-23-2018, 11:58 AM
  0 Thread: FS Penn State 3.5 HP cyclone
Post: RE: FS Penn State 3.5 HP cyclone

It is 7 feet 9 inches. It’s possible to go an inch or so less. If you send me an email at macpianoman@yahoo.com I can send you a pic and also about the timing thing.
macpianoman Tool Swap N' Sell 3 2,434 05-14-2018, 11:34 PM
  0 Thread: FS Penn State 3.5 HP cyclone
Post: FS Penn State 3.5 HP cyclone

Penn State 3.5 HP cyclone. 220 volts includes cyclone, filters, etc. We are selling our house. Local pickup in Bear, DE $600 Negotiable.
macpianoman Tool Swap N' Sell 3 2,434 05-14-2018, 04:12 AM
  0 Thread: SOLD FS 16/4 and 4/4 cherry 4/4 oak
Post: RE: FS 16/4 and 4/4 cherry 4/4 oak

I don’t know who would ship these sizes.
macpianoman Tool Swap N' Sell 4 2,975 05-13-2018, 08:18 PM
  0 Thread: Sold Contractor Sawstop with 52 inch Fence
Post: Sold Contractor Sawstop with 52 inch Fence

Contractor Sawstop with 52 inch rails, cast iron wings, router table in the wing. Local pickup in Bear, Delaware. $1700.
macpianoman Tool Swap N' Sell 0 1,290 05-12-2018, 09:34 AM
  0 Thread: SOLD FS 16/4 and 4/4 cherry 4/4 oak
Post: SOLD FS 16/4 and 4/4 cherry 4/4 oak

All rough sawn. I have a 66 inch by 8 inch by 4 inch chunk of cherry (16/4). 3 pieces of 4/4 cherry 5-6 inches wide by about 10 feet. 2 pieces of 4/4 oak 9 inches wide by 10 feet long. Oak is bowed ac...
macpianoman Tool Swap N' Sell 4 2,975 05-12-2018, 08:05 AM

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