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  0 Thread: Table saw
Post: RE: Table saw
You might look over at OWWM.org. (Old Woodworking Machines) They specialize in the repair, rebuilding, upgrading older woodworking machines. I have a Delta band saw from the 40's, and a Delta Unisaw f...
 Ed in NC Woodworking Power Tools 30 4,971 04-21-2022, 12:01 PM
  0 Thread: refinishing rocking chair
Post: RE: refinishing rocking chair
Don't post often, but lurk almost daily. Love this place.  I re-caned 6 dining chairs a year or so. I used some written directions, but it is exactly what Rockler shows. The only thing I would offer i...
 Ed in NC Woodworking 4 1,172 11-15-2021, 06:31 PM
  0 Thread: Advice - tool acquisition
Post: RE: Advice - tool acquisition
You might want to check out OWWM.org (Old wood working machines) There is a wealth of knowledge and help in restoring all types of woodworking machines, a buy and sell forum, and much more. I totally ...
 Ed in NC Woodworking Power Tools 13 2,729 09-20-2021, 01:21 PM
  0 Thread: Bandsaws
Post: RE: Bandsaws
I have the Grizzly 0555, have had it for a long time. Put a riser block on it, and have had zero problems with the saw. I recommend it if you are considering a Grizzly saw. There are some more iterati...
 Ed in NC Woodworking Power Tools 9 2,454 09-06-2021, 07:40 AM
  0 Thread: Benwood Stays Clear
Post: RE: Benwood Stays Clear
If you google on Benwood Stays Clear reviews, there are a lot of opinions out there ...Fine Woodworking has some good info. Ed
 Ed in NC Finishing 5 2,832 11-16-2020, 10:17 AM
  0 Thread: Best way to glue plexiglas to wood
Post: RE: Best way to glue plexiglas to wood
I would test glue or tape on scrap plexi before committing to its use. I think I would go with screws only as has been mentioned here. Good luck with your project Ed
 Ed in NC Woodworking 8 3,657 07-09-2020, 10:06 AM
  0 Thread: Free Craftsman table saw 103.23832
Post: RE: Free Craftsman table saw 103.23832
FLEMKE Wrote: (06-08-2020, 08:53 PM) -- Looks like this is going out to the trash. -- You might try posting this over at OWWM.com. If is has most of the parts, this is a popular restoration . It is ...
 Ed in NC Tool Swap N' Sell 3 2,328 06-09-2020, 12:22 PM
  0 Thread: Fence Upgrade Advice Needed
Post: RE: Fence Upgrade Advice Needed
sawnuts Wrote: (04-08-2020, 06:36 PM) -- I have an old Delta Jet lock fence on a mid 50's C-man floor saw that is less than desirable. I'm looking for a good value fence. The price on the Delta T3 f...
 Ed in NC Woodworking Power Tools 14 6,826 04-09-2020, 09:41 AM
  0 Thread: Craftsman 113 table saw fence upgrade
Post: RE: Craftsman 113 table saw fence upgrade
stoppy Wrote: (12-24-2019, 08:22 AM) -- I have a 1950's Craftsman 113. XXXX 10 inch table saw. It cuts great but the OEM fence needs improvement.  Looking at upgrades and see a lot of people upgraded...
 Ed in NC Woodworking Power Tools 20 22,216 02-10-2020, 04:20 PM
  0 Thread: Roll out pantry storage unit
Post: RE: Roll out pantry storage unit
Jim, I built something similar years ago. Google on "Narrow roll out storage" and look at images. Lots of ideas re roll out units as well as pull out shelves. Good luck, Ed
 Ed in NC Woodworking 15 5,338 01-12-2020, 12:45 PM
  0 Thread: Fan not pulling air thru the window?
Post: RE: Fan not pulling air thru the window?
When I was a lad growing up in Louisiana without A/C, we had an attic or whole house fan.Usually mounted near the center of the house. it exhausted warm air from the house into the attic and out of th...
 Ed in NC Home Improvement 20 8,093 10-16-2019, 12:59 PM
  0 Thread: Neekd help from the brain trust.
Post: RE: Neekd help from the brain trust.
That model is shown on Grizzly's website, below is a link. That doesn't help with the history or value, I know but you might call Grizzly and inquire there https://www.grizzly.com/drum-sanders G...
 Ed in NC Woodworking Power Tools 5 3,004 06-16-2019, 10:46 AM
  0 Thread: Best tool money you've spent
Post: RE: Best tool money you've spent
My 1951 Delta Unisaw that I restored. I LOVE this saw. $400 for the saw, $200 or so in restoration. Ed
 Ed in NC Woodworking Power Tools 64 24,556 04-10-2019, 02:13 PM
  0 Thread: RIT dyes on wood
Post: RE: RIT dyes on wood
I can't comment on the dye, but I have always found maple to blotch fairly easily with oil stain. I would be sure to test it first. Ed
 Ed in NC Finishing 5 2,615 03-15-2019, 02:20 PM
  0 Thread: Bubinga
Post: RE: Bubinga
Well, I am far from an expert, but I will jump in, and hope someone else will join the conversation. It depends om what you want. There are lots of good oil/varnish products out there, I like Waterlox...
 Ed in NC Finishing 4 2,534 02-18-2019, 10:56 AM
  0 Thread: Water based stain vs. gel stain
Post: RE: Water based stain vs. gel stain
All great advice here. Whatever you decide t0o do, be sure as John said above, test your entire finishing schedule on scrap first. Ed
 Ed in NC Finishing 8 5,017 12-28-2018, 02:55 PM
  0 Thread: Loose bathtub faucet handle...
Post: RE: Loose bathtub faucet handle...
I have similar Delta faucet for my bathroom sink, and have similar issues. After trying several fixes, all of which you mentioned, I agree, it is a design flaw. I simply keep the correct size allen wr...
 Ed in NC Home Improvement 7 8,881 12-11-2018, 10:16 AM
  0 Thread: Thoughts on General Finishes water based stain?
Post: RE: Thoughts on General Finishes water based stain...
Just a reminder to test your finishing schedule on scrap to make sure the color, finish is what you want.
 Ed in NC Finishing 5 2,740 11-25-2018, 09:13 AM
  0 Thread: Matching a finish on a table
Post: RE: Matching a finish on a table
If you meant to include a piix or link with your post, it did not post (at least I can't see it). Generally though, matching an old stain / finish is a matter of trial and error. If you don't have any...
 Ed in NC Finishing 2 2,232 09-17-2018, 10:38 AM
  0 Thread: Maple dresser stinks
Post: RE: Maple dresser stinks
As Restorer said, shellac works well to encapsulate the smell, but you often have to do all the unfinished parts of the inside of the furniture piece for it to work. Ed
 Ed in NC Finishing 6 4,203 09-10-2018, 09:34 AM

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