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  0 Thread: Need bigger hole
Post: RE: Need bigger hole
ez-duzit Wrote: (02-12-2019, 05:42 PM) -- You don't need to go to the store to make an alignment jig from a scrap of wood. Drill a 1" hole through the scrap and clamp it over your workpiece. -- That'...
 Gurubandhu Woodworking Power Tools 25 10,274 02-12-2019, 06:04 PM
  0 Thread: Need bigger hole
Post: RE: Need bigger hole
I agree/ There are lots of good suggestions. I do not have the bits people suggested like a Forsner or step drill bit. amd I do not have a drill press (and cannot use a drill press on it since it is...
 Gurubandhu Woodworking Power Tools 25 10,274 02-12-2019, 05:36 PM
  0 Thread: Need bigger hole
Post: Need bigger hole
I have some  3/4 " holes  in 3/4"thick wood.  I need to make 1" holes to enlarge.  I tried a spade bit but the spade ws all over the place.  What do people recommend to use instead or that I do differ...
 Gurubandhu Woodworking Power Tools 25 10,274 02-12-2019, 12:49 PM
  0 Thread: Built in Bookcases
Post: RE: Built in Bookcases
John, I guess I did not use the right term for "frame". I actually meant the base that is 4 " high. Do you suggest toe "nailing" it in with screws to secure it to the floor? Should the base be r...
 Gurubandhu Woodworking 18 7,303 01-25-2019, 06:13 AM
  0 Thread: Built in Bookcases
Post: RE: Built in Bookcases
John, This looks pretty doable.  I have some questions.  I guess I may be missing something or maybe my math skills are left behind in middle school.  4" base + 23 3/4" low cabinet + 3/4" top 28 1/...
 Gurubandhu Woodworking 18 7,303 01-24-2019, 04:57 PM
  0 Thread: Built in Bookcases
Post: RE: Built in Bookcases
Someone asked what tools I have.  I have a Makita worm drive circular saw, a B&D Firestorm router, for ripping I was planning to clamp a straightedge to the board I am cutting for a guide, an electric...
 Gurubandhu Woodworking 18 7,303 01-23-2019, 12:25 PM
  0 Thread: Built in Bookcases
Post: RE: Built in Bookcases
DaveR1 Wrote: (01-21-2019, 08:38 PM) -- What do you plan to use the desk for? How large of a television are you planning for? What is the general style of the house and furniture? -- Thanks for the...
 Gurubandhu Woodworking 18 7,303 01-23-2019, 12:08 PM
  0 Thread: Rivet gun
Post: RE: Rivet gun
That will not work but thanks anyway. GB
 Gurubandhu Woodworking Hand Tools 12 6,096 01-21-2019, 10:36 PM
  0 Thread: Built in Bookcases
Post: RE: Built in Bookcases
These suggestions might work. Here are my concerns. Would I use a 2x4" frame for the foundation/kickplate? If so, do I need to lower the whole lower cabinets since I would have a desk there? Is 18...
 Gurubandhu Woodworking 18 7,303 01-21-2019, 05:08 PM
  0 Thread: Rivet gun
Post: RE: Rivet gun
GNP Wrote: (01-21-2019, 03:34 PM) -- Make sure you are using the correct size rivet for your gun. It usually tales multiple squeezes to completely seat a pop rivet. -- I have not done that much rivet...
 Gurubandhu Woodworking Hand Tools 12 6,096 01-21-2019, 04:39 PM
  0 Thread: Rivet gun
Post: RE: Rivet gun
It is a hollow core.  If I cut through the plastic, it will affect the integrity of the case.  Are there any other alternatives? Thanks GB
 Gurubandhu Woodworking Hand Tools 12 6,096 01-20-2019, 10:12 PM
  0 Thread: Rivet gun
Post: Rivet gun
I don't know if this is the right forum for this but i is a hand tool.  I have a plastic  case for a wrench set.  The latches came off and I got trunk latches (also used on some tool cases) that I hav...
 Gurubandhu Woodworking Hand Tools 12 6,096 01-20-2019, 07:11 PM
  0 Thread: Built in Bookcases
Post: Built in Bookcases
I am planning to build 4 cabinets along one wall in our home.  Each would be 8' tall  (our ceiling is an A frame so close to 20') 4' wide and 2' deep.  I do not have the expertise or the time to make ...
 Gurubandhu Woodworking 18 7,303 01-20-2019, 07:02 PM

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