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  0 Thread: For those with a drum sander ...
Post: RE: For those with a drum sander ...

I do quite a bit of small, wide work on the CNC and laser of late (12-15" wide, x under 20" in length.)  Buying good clear stock has been a priority.  I haven't had to fire up my planer in a long time...
Miser Woodworking Power Tools 15 8,805 09-21-2017, 09:46 PM
  0 Thread: Woodcademy Episode Three!
Post: RE: Woodcademy Episode Three!

handi Wrote: (08-30-2017, 05:15 PM) -- Just out of curiosity, where did you hear about the show? -- Ralph:  It found me.  I think my kids added it to my watch list sometime this summer....likely be...
Miser Woodworking 12 10,074 08-30-2017, 07:49 PM
  0 Thread: Woodcademy Episode Three!
Post: RE: Woodcademy Episode Three!

Ralph nice job!   I downloaded the series to my phone to watch on a recent flight, without realizing they were yours.  Production value is excellent...looking forward to future episodes!
Miser Woodworking 12 10,074 08-30-2017, 02:41 PM
  0 Thread: Moving a Jointer Down Stairs - Suggestions?
Post: RE: Moving a Jointer Down Stairs - Suggestions?

FWIW:  I took apart an Oliver 8" (base/motor & fence) but left the tables together (about 350lbs.)  I bolted the body to a 2x12 and lifted/slid it down the stairs with two people.  Cut handles in the ...
Miser Woodworking Power Tools 30 21,251 08-29-2017, 06:05 PM
  0 Thread: M-12 Circular Saw
Post: RE: M-12 Circular Saw

The 4AHr XC M12 batteries are outstanding...I have a pair.  They're pricey but they go and go.  The 6 other standard 1.5 to 2.0AHr M12 batteries are good but I only use them as fillers while the 4.0's...
Miser Woodworking Power Tools 20 13,081 05-08-2017, 03:29 PM
  0 Thread: Need Lazer Engraving West of Chicago
Post: RE: Need Lazer Engraving West of Chicago

I'm up in Gurnee if you don't find someone that local...happy to run them.  I've got a 60W C02 machine.  PM me if interested.
Miser Woodworking 4 2,578 05-03-2017, 12:25 PM
  0 Thread: Laser Engravers, CNC Routers, Etc
Post: RE: Laser Engravers, CNC Routers, Etc

I slid down that slippery slope for both CNC and Laser engraving.  It's had a profound affect on how I view and execute a project.  I try to incorporate some element of either machine into every proje...
Miser Woodworking Power Tools 22 12,466 03-29-2017, 06:32 PM
  0 Thread: PSA: Oneida Dust Sentry
Post: RE: PSA: Oneida Dust Sentry

very nice...How is the performance?
Miser Woodworking Power Tools 21 17,163 11-15-2016, 12:28 AM
  0 Thread: The new Mikiespace - 40X64X16 Pole Barn
Post: RE: The new Mikiespace - 40X64X16 Pole Barn

It'll come faster...mine took a little less than 30 days at the peak in early 2014 in Illinois (assuming you're squeaky clean.)  Carrying daily is world-view-changing.  I've never been to the range as...
Miser Woodworking 683 364,258 11-01-2016, 12:53 PM
  0 Thread: Power Feeder Replacement Wheels
Post: RE: Power Feeder Replacement Wheels

another very late +1 for Western Roller.  Super helpful online/phone.  Great fit and performance. http://i218.photobucket.com/albums/cc43/miserjp1/Tools/Delta%20Power%20Feeder/20160905%20Western%20Ro...
Miser Woodworking Power Tools 14 10,773 09-05-2016, 10:03 PM
  0 Thread: Carveright or CNC Carving on demand
Post: RE: Carveright or CNC Carving on demand

Glen...enable your private messaging in your profile.  I might be able to help.
Miser Woodworking 9 6,740 08-25-2016, 02:20 PM
  0 Thread: Torque on Byrd inserts for jointer head?
Post: RE: Torque on Byrd inserts for jointer head?

I rotated my planer and joiner inserts recently and had one of about 150 break.   I removed, cleaned, rotated and snugged them all first, then went back and torqued to spec.  One was clearly not fu...
Miser Woodworking Power Tools 7 4,584 07-19-2016, 11:04 PM
  0 Thread: Mobile Base for Older Unisaw
Post: Re: Mobile Base for Older Unisaw

I bought a couple of mobile bases from Earl/Lumberyard years ago for a 48 unisaw and 49 shaper, similar to these. (https://www.amazon.com/Powermatic-2042374-Mobile-Base/dp/B00005S7TI/ref=sr_1_1?s=hi&...
Miser Woodworking Power Tools 11 6,190 06-17-2016, 10:39 AM
  0 Thread: What are you working on?
Post: Re: What are you working on?

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Miser Woodworking 74 38,230 06-03-2016, 08:12 PM
  0 Thread: Craftsman Cabinet Saw Rehab
Post: Re: Craftsman Cabinet Saw Rehab

Another 50 years of life for that gem-in-the-rough...Well done!
Miser Woodworking Power Tools 31 20,459 05-31-2016, 09:33 AM
  0 Thread: What are you working on?
Post: Re: What are you working on?

going small...graduation gifts and bought a laser engraver, built a stand.[br] /ssl_proxy.php?url=http://i218.photobucket.com/albums/cc43/miserjp1/Projects%20-%20Woodworking/Laser%20Engraver%202016/B0...
Miser Woodworking 74 38,230 05-28-2016, 12:20 AM
  0 Thread: PSA: Oneida Dust Sentry
Post: Re: PSA: Oneida Dust Sentry

that's an afternoon you won't get back...
Miser Woodworking Power Tools 21 17,163 05-23-2016, 10:32 PM
  0 Thread: PSA: Oneida Dust Sentry
Post: PSA: Oneida Dust Sentry

of course I purchased this at full retail a few months back after my RF receiver failed. I wish I would have done it years ago now that I've had it for awhile. It works well, nice unit, 5 minutes to...
Miser Woodworking Power Tools 21 17,163 05-23-2016, 04:19 PM
  0 Thread: fence - thoughts on this design
Post: Re: fence - thoughts on this design

Beautiful design. I did a couple of CNC'd mailboxes last year in cedar with 45deg lock miter joints. (100% cut on the CNC.) I wanted them reasonably tight around the post but allowing for some expan...
Miser Woodworking 10 7,754 04-05-2016, 11:36 AM
  0 Thread: Companion Bath Cabinet and Frame - Build Along
Post: Re: Companion Bath Cabinet and Frame - Build Along

Thanks John...very nice. Maple is my favorite paintable. Love these threads the most...always reinforces logic and order of operation.
Miser Woodworking 3 3,343 02-04-2016, 12:34 AM

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