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  0 Thread: Grizzly Dust Collector
Post: RE: Grizzly Dust Collector

I love my Grizzly G0548Z and it is a solid performer with plenty of power & collection capabilities and the one micron canister filter is definitely a plus over bag style collectors.  I teamed the DC ...
BattleRidge Woodworking Power Tools 5 4,188 04-25-2020, 02:32 PM
  0 Thread: 18" Bandsaw: Do I Need 3hp & Brake?
Post: RE: 18" Bandsaw: Do I Need 3hp & Brake?

I have the Laguna 18BX and love it.  I did a tremendous amount of research and traveled multiple directions (50 - 100 miles each) to get my hands on various machines and in the end decided on the Lagu...
BattleRidge Woodworking Power Tools 41 20,135 04-10-2020, 10:12 PM
  0 Thread: Need help with the table saw setting
Post: RE: Need help with the table saw setting

I have the Grizzly G0690 table saw in my shop and recently did a complete tune up which took a little bit of time to get everything as precise as possible but wasn't really difficult.  I had bought th...
BattleRidge Woodworking Power Tools 17 6,550 04-09-2020, 11:58 AM
  Photo Thread: Contemplating different bench tops...
Post: RE: Contemplating different bench tops...

My combination workbench / assembly table / outfeed area has two layers of 3/4" plywood (screwed, not glued together) with a sheet of tempered hardboard on top secured with double sided tape and surro...
BattleRidge Woodworking Power Tools 27 12,273 03-31-2020, 01:17 PM
  0 Thread: Saber saw replacement suggestions needed
Post: RE: Saber saw replacement suggestions needed

My Craftsman jigsaw also recently died after many decades of good service and I have no complaints about it - a lot of cutting over a long time. Since setting up a more robust woodworking shop (inclu...
BattleRidge Woodworking Power Tools 23 8,452 03-19-2020, 10:49 PM
  0 Thread: 4" Dust gate recommendations?
Post: RE: 4" Dust gate recommendations?

I have 4" metal blast gates and have never had any problems. I looked at both Rockler and Woodcraft options and both seemed pretty equal but can't remember which I went with but wouldn't have a probl...
BattleRidge Woodworking Power Tools 10 4,918 03-08-2020, 02:31 PM
  0 Thread: Twist Drill Bits Recommendation?
Post: RE: Twist Drill Bits Recommendation?

I have a large collection of drill bits (many hand-me-downs from my dad when he passed away) but of varying degrees of sharpness.  I presently have my eye on obtaining a Drill Doctor and sharpening in...
BattleRidge Woodworking 15 5,616 12-27-2019, 11:12 PM
  0 Thread: Brad Nailer Query
Post: RE: Brad Nailer Query

I have a pneumatic 18 gauge Firestorm (by Black & Decker) brad nailer that was a hand-me-down when my father passed away.  I have used it for a good while now and it works well.  A piece of the plasti...
BattleRidge Woodworking Power Tools 10 4,488 12-08-2019, 03:17 PM
  0 Thread: Baltic Birch Plywood
Post: RE: Baltic Birch Plywood

It might be worthwhile to do some serious searching for a good wood supplier and branch out and possibly away from the big box stores - checking with cabinet, furniture or other builders for their sup...
BattleRidge Woodworking 18 8,208 11-15-2019, 06:09 PM
  0 Thread: Jet 15" BS vs. Laguna
Post: RE: Jet 15" BS vs. Laguna

I have the Laguna 18BX (the 14BX is quite similar) and truly like everything about it.  I researched a variety of saws (Jet, Rikon, Laguna, more) and with all things considered, I found the 18BX fit m...
BattleRidge Woodworking Power Tools 8 4,982 10-18-2019, 08:04 AM
  0 Thread: Earlex HV5500 Spray Station
Post: RE: Earlex HV5500 Spray Station

I bought the 1.5 mm needle too and between the two it should cover the majority of my finishing needs.  I am looking forward to putting the sprayer to use, which should be pretty soon. While there ...
BattleRidge Finishing 9 5,963 06-19-2019, 11:02 AM
  0 Thread: Earlex HV5500 Spray Station
Post: RE: Earlex HV5500 Spray Station

I have the Earlex HV5500 and haven't had the opportunity to put it into use, but from what I've researched, it should be a good performer at a reasonable price and it appears to be quite well built.  ...
BattleRidge Finishing 9 5,963 06-16-2019, 09:13 AM
  0 Thread: Jet DC-1100VX-CK Dust Collector
Post: RE: Jet DC-1100VX-CK Dust Collector

I don't have the Jet DC but have previously looked at it with interest and had it under consideration.  It wasn't quite in my budget but the DC-1100VX-CK was something I would have been satisfied with...
BattleRidge Woodworking Power Tools 2 1,896 05-05-2019, 09:43 PM
  0 Thread: $1K Bandsaw Comparison
Post: RE: $1K Bandsaw Comparison

I have the Laguna 18BX and with my experience and due the similarities, I would heavily lean toward the 14BX for the models listed. I originally began my search in the 14" - 15" bandsaw range and r...
BattleRidge Woodworking Power Tools 13 17,829 02-03-2019, 11:11 AM
  0 Thread: Sign Making Templates Wanted...
Post: RE: Sign Making Templates Wanted...

We had been talking about making some signs and while at Rockler a couple months ago I picked up the 3-3/8" State Park font kit to check it out.  As I set it down and began to move on, my wifey stoppe...
BattleRidge Woodworking Power Tools 4 2,860 10-22-2018, 08:45 PM
  0 Thread: General purpose bandsaw blade
Post: RE: General purpose bandsaw blade

I typically keep the bimetal Lenox Diemaster 2 blade, 1/4" 6tpi on my Laguna 18BX and it provides a range of cutting options that covers the majority of my everyday needs, and the bimetal construction...
BattleRidge Woodworking Power Tools 10 4,985 10-07-2018, 10:41 AM
  0 Thread: Bandsaw Blade Question
Post: RE: Bandsaw Blade Question

I have had a Whites Classic III metal detector for years which is a full-size, long arm, ground sweeping detector with dial controls to adjust sensitivity, discrimination and frequency, as well as a ...
BattleRidge Woodworking Power Tools 15 10,089 04-20-2018, 11:41 PM
  Photo Thread: Bandsaw Blade Question
Post: RE: Bandsaw Blade Question

I purchased my Laguna 18BX in January and spent a lot of time doing research on blades so know how mind-boggling it can be.  My saw takes a 145" length, and 1/8" to 1-1/4" width blade.   My primary...
BattleRidge Woodworking Power Tools 15 10,089 04-18-2018, 11:24 PM
  0 Thread: Workbench / Assembly Table Drawers - Seeking Recommendations
Post: RE: Workbench / Assembly Table Drawers - Seeking R...

I appreciate the wealth of information and it has helped immensely. I have been involved in a few other projects so haven't had the opportunity to go any further on the workbench, but my plan is to u...
BattleRidge Woodworking 17 8,196 02-24-2018, 10:06 PM
  0 Thread: Ocsillating Spindle Sander?
Post: RE: Ocsillating Spindle Sander?

SpiderDave Wrote: (02-19-2018, 03:18 AM) -- BattleRidge, that's a great platform to work! I would looove to have something like that in my shop. Maybe some day down the road after I gain some floor s...
BattleRidge Woodworking Power Tools 34 23,809 02-19-2018, 12:08 PM

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