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  0 Thread: Moisture problem in new shop!
Post: RE: Moisture problem in new shop!

iublue Wrote: (01-27-2024, 10:07 PM) -- I have a moisture issue that I can not figure out. Some background first -  The slab was poured in July of 2022. The all metal building in September of...
Stanley McMahan Woodworking 62 4,634 02-14-2024, 06:33 AM
  0 Thread: Building a box (or 2)
Post: RE: Building a box (or 2)

bandit571 Wrote: (09-19-2019, 10:43 AM) -- Layout work...I use a chisel to set how wide each finger will be.  I use the sized chisel that will do the chopping out.. :cool: I  work towards the cen...
Stanley McMahan Woodworking Hand Tools 9 3,858 09-26-2019, 08:51 PM
  0 Thread: Drafting Software
Post: RE: Drafting Software

Draftsight by makers of Solid Works. -free as long as you reregister it according to their schedule.
Stanley McMahan Woodworking 23 13,028 01-13-2019, 09:47 PM
  0 Thread: European Cabinet Construction Resources
Post: European Cabinet Construction Resources

I have the book, "Illustrated Cabinetmaking" by Bill Hylton. I want to find a similar, quality, reference for construction and standard dimensions for European style cabinets. Any recommendations? ...
Stanley McMahan Woodworking 6 3,831 12-08-2018, 09:57 AM
  0 Thread: DeWalt DW621 Starts but won't stay running
Post: RE: DeWalt DW621 Starts but won't stay running

Mine too! Hopefully someone will chime in with a recommended fix.
Stanley McMahan Woodworking Power Tools 12 10,256 12-07-2018, 11:23 PM
  0 Thread: Unisaw 36-L31x base dimensions
Post: RE: Unisaw 36-L31x base dimensions

Oldwood2409 Wrote: (07-06-2018, 11:36 AM) -- 20.75 inches x 20.75 inches -- WOW Oldwood2409! Thanks for the lightning fast response!  Woodnet members are the greatest! I'll post some pics ...
Stanley McMahan Woodworking Power Tools 2 2,151 07-06-2018, 12:21 PM
  0 Thread: Unisaw 36-L31x base dimensions
Post: Unisaw 36-L31x base dimensions

Greetings fellow Woodnetters! I am building a new shop and wish to put in-floor electrical and dust collection. Unfortunately, my table saw is over 200 miles away in a mini-warehouse until the s...
Stanley McMahan Woodworking Power Tools 2 2,151 07-06-2018, 10:23 AM
  0 Thread: Lee Valley's New Tool
Post: RE: Lee Valley's New Tool

Ifall Wrote: (04-01-2018, 07:07 PM) -- http://redirect.viglink.com/?format=go&jsonp=vglnk_152262751696111&key=a7e5ffb24b9e84f4f4f6bbd88aa4e5b8&libId=jfhgsknv0101yymf000DAp7vm3frv&subId=a6a06e60ec3568...
Stanley McMahan Woodworking Power Tools 8 4,896 04-01-2018, 08:08 PM
  0 Thread: Memories
Post: RE: Memories

Thanks for posting this link. First time I’ve seen the show.  Excellent! Now back to view the remainder of the episode!
Stanley McMahan Woodworking 2 1,636 03-29-2018, 08:02 PM
  0 Thread: Where to get good square drive screws?
Post: RE: Where to get good square drive screws?

photobug Wrote: (01-25-2018, 08:16 PM) -- Do any of the above recommended sources offer a package of screws?    If someone was to offer a package of assorted size of #6 or #8s, it would be nice to fi...
Stanley McMahan Woodworking 31 18,397 01-25-2018, 09:09 PM
  0 Thread: Where to get good square drive screws?
Post: RE: Where to get good square drive screws?

I have been using the HighPoint screws from Woodcraft for around 5 years now and never had a defective one (bad threads, etc...) and never twisted one off in the work to the best of my recollection. ...
Stanley McMahan Woodworking 31 18,397 01-25-2018, 08:06 AM
  0 Thread: What Lubricant For My Lathe
Post: RE: What Lubricant For My Lathe

crokett™ Wrote: (01-20-2018, 05:44 PM) -- I tore down my lathe today.  It's an older Delta, built sometime in the 80s I think.  The speed adjustment is a handle that moves a reeves pulley up and down...
Stanley McMahan Woodworking 10 9,892 01-21-2018, 08:35 PM
  0 Thread: Shop Storage Upgrade
Post: RE: Shop Storage Upgrade

Awesome idea on the drawers. Also made me realize when building shop cabinets, I don’t have make all the drawers at once. Can make and add them as I need them.  I like the pine look too! Thanks ...
Stanley McMahan Woodworking 11 5,558 01-18-2018, 09:49 PM
  0 Thread: Simple spring clamp storage
Post: RE: Simple spring clamp storage

Splinter Puller Wrote: (01-03-2018, 10:28 PM) -- In my example each of the sections has two end stubs that stick out 6" or so because of where I cut them.  I gave these a slight bend upward and these...
Stanley McMahan Woodworking 13 6,697 01-04-2018, 09:18 PM
  0 Thread: Simple spring clamp storage
Post: RE: Simple spring clamp storage

I like this idea very much. Thanks for sharing. Gives me some other ideas too! With sore hands, I really like the thought of not having to open them far to remove and replace.  :cool:
Stanley McMahan Woodworking 13 6,697 01-03-2018, 09:26 PM
  0 Thread: Recommendations for miter gauge
Post: RE: Recommendations for miter gauge

Osborne EB3 for me!
Stanley McMahan Woodworking 26 13,204 11-03-2017, 09:36 PM
  0 Thread: The case for a Masonite Top
Post: RE: The case for a Masonite Top

I second that motion to skin your bench with Masonite. Mine has been that way since 2003 and taken a beating but the bench underneath is still as it was when I made it.
Stanley McMahan Woodworking 14 15,897 01-23-2017, 02:27 PM
  0 Thread: DeWalt Planer
Post: RE: DeWalt Planer

I've had several planers and the DW735 is the best I've had. I'd buy another if necessary. Two years ago I installed a Shelix head (thanks to Holbren and the great instructions they provide). It wa...
Stanley McMahan Woodworking Power Tools 17 10,779 01-05-2017, 10:37 AM
  0 Thread: Removing light rust on pliers, wrenches, etc.
Post: RE: Removing light rust on pliers, wrenches, etc.

Simichrome and a soft cloth.  Simichrome has quartz aggregate suspended in a light paste. The quartz provides enough abrasion to remove the rust but breaks down quickly before it has a chance to al...
Stanley McMahan Woodworking Hand Tools 15 8,414 01-03-2017, 11:45 PM
  0 Thread: Wooden Console and Cofee Tables
Post: RE: Wooden Console and Cofee Tables

This is an excellent reminder of how beautiful a simple form can be when done well! Well done!!
Stanley McMahan Woodworking 3 2,529 09-12-2016, 05:24 AM

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