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  0 Thread: What kind of table saw do you have
Post: RE: What kind of table saw do you have
I have a Ridgid 3660 contractor sw. I bought it on clearance, registered it for Lifetime Service Agreement. Thing has done everything I have asked of it.
 museumguy Woodworking Power Tools 35 982 06-07-2025, 07:50 PM
  0 Thread: French Cleats (finally)
Post: RE: French Cleats (finally)
I always liked the idea of tool holders on the wall. My problem is, I have too many tools. I admire those that can organize their shop like this. Paul, let us know how you like the French cleat ...
 museumguy Woodworking 5 526 06-01-2025, 06:50 PM
  0 Thread: undermount sink w laminate countertop?
Post: RE: undermount sink w laminate countertop?
My previous woodworking job was in a custom shop that did countertops, laminate and solid surface. I did a lot of undermount sinks in laminate tops, exactly as you described, sorta. When done properly...
 museumguy Home Improvement 6 426 05-29-2025, 07:12 PM
  0 Thread: Shutters Build Along
Post: RE: Shutters Build Along
Looks quite impressive. I really like the finished look and your choice of installation technique.
 museumguy Woodworking 7 995 04-27-2025, 09:00 AM
  0 Thread: Can anybody recommend a good straight edge
Post: RE: Can anybody recommend a good straight edge
I've always made my own. The first ones were made in 1988. One is 104" long , the other is 54" long. Before I left the museum shop to work in a cabinet shop in Leonardtown, I made both out of 1/2" ply...
 museumguy Woodworking 12 1,699 04-26-2025, 01:15 PM
  0 Thread: Biesemeyer parts (out of business?)
Post: RE: Biesemeyer parts (out of business?)
jpohja Wrote: (04-13-2025, 10:13 AM) -- Thanks for the info.  Part can be found on the link provided. $29.06 for a strip of metal approx. 1"x3"!!  Unbelievable.... -- Question, can you buy one, get...
 museumguy Woodworking Power Tools 14 2,299 04-15-2025, 05:57 PM
  0 Thread: Solar Post Lights
Post: Solar Post Lights
I need new solar post lights for my deck. I was never happy with the ones we bought when I built the deck and they are finally giving out on us. I need some that will fit a 4 x 4 PT post. Anybody have...
 museumguy Home Improvement 0 326 04-12-2025, 09:13 AM
  0 Thread: Tablesaw switch problem
Post: RE: Tablesaw switch problem
I really enjoy reading these posts. First, I learn a lot, sometimes I can put that knowledge to use. Second, it goes to show that this place is full of great folks willing to help each other.    Pl...
 museumguy Woodworking Power Tools 40 4,800 04-12-2025, 07:39 AM
  0 Thread: Square Storage
Post: RE: Square Storage
I like it, very much. Question, why not Melamine?
 museumguy Woodworking Hand Tools 5 1,103 03-20-2025, 06:38 PM
  0 Thread: Melamine for workbench top
Post: RE: Melamine for workbench top
Go with the hardboard. melamine is a very thin coating. It is not very durable, especially for a workbench top. Attach the hardboard so that it is removable. When it wears out, replace it.
 museumguy Woodworking 3 556 03-20-2025, 06:32 PM
  0 Thread: Glue MDF panels together or not?
Post: RE: Glue MDF panels together or not?
I would glue the panels together and use little to no screws. I always used white glue on MDF. I'd get a paint roller, very fine nap or foam) and roll glue on both surfaces. Initially cut the parts ov...
 museumguy Woodworking 5 743 03-16-2025, 06:42 PM
  0 Thread: Battery operated tools
Post: RE: Battery operated tools
I bought a Ryobi battery adapter that accepts Makita batteries. I currently have 2 Ryobi tools but only my Makita batteries. So far, I am very happy.
 museumguy Woodworking Power Tools 27 4,297 03-01-2025, 04:31 PM
  0 Thread: Attachment Question, Nails & Glue?
Post: RE: Attachment Question, Nails & Glue?
You could forgo the glue on the strips. Maybe a little on the mitered corners. I would use the 23g nailer to attach the strips.
 museumguy Woodworking 13 1,785 03-01-2025, 04:27 PM
  0 Thread: Looking for lock for Gerstner Chest.
Post: RE: Looking for lock for Gerstner Chest.
Hmmm, I went to the Gerstner forum. it's changed since I was there last but I did find this. https://gerstnerusa.com/shop/part-1051-nickel-half-mortise-lock/
 museumguy Woodworking 7 870 02-09-2025, 02:18 PM
  0 Thread: Looking for lock for Gerstner Chest.
Post: RE: Looking for lock for Gerstner Chest.
Go to the Gerstner forum. Lots of help over there. Lots of parts.
 museumguy Woodworking 7 870 02-08-2025, 07:57 AM
  0 Thread: A Pretty Big Dog RAS
Post: RE: A Pretty Big Dog RAS
Cabinet shop that I worked in a couple of years ago had the same saw. They had it set up to cut countertop blanks. It worked really well. Nice score, I'm following this with much enthusiasm.
 museumguy Woodworking 28 4,044 01-26-2025, 07:38 PM
  0 Thread: Chisel mallet
Post: RE: Chisel mallet
How about going on the Woodturning forum and asking if someone would be interested in making you one. Maybe you could glue up a blank for them. Just a thought
 museumguy Woodworking 19 3,869 12-26-2024, 07:12 PM
  0 Thread: Just missed out on Castle TSM-21 pocket hole machine
Post: RE: Just missed out on Castle TSM-21 pocket hole m...
We had one at my last job. It used Bosch routers. The Colt and the standard 1 1/2 hp (don't remember model #). It toasted the Colt, a new one was on sale somewhere for like $80. Easy to replace. Once ...
 museumguy Woodworking Power Tools 7 1,364 12-14-2024, 04:21 PM
  0 Thread: Kreg Mortise mate
Post: RE: Kreg Mortise mate
jteneyck Wrote: (11-29-2024, 01:09 PM) -- That must have been your own or someone else's design.  Mine has only been around for about 13 years.   John -- lol, not my idea. I got the plans out of...
 museumguy Woodworking Power Tools 10 3,886 11-29-2024, 07:19 PM
  0 Thread: Kreg Mortise mate
Post: RE: Kreg Mortise mate
I made one about 30 years ago. I have no idea where it went. I do remember using it and it did a great job.
 museumguy Woodworking Power Tools 10 3,886 11-29-2024, 10:57 AM

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