Monthly Archives: December 2017

Cool 3D printed Lathe, but pricey

Posted on December 13, 2017 by robertwilkie

Nice looking 3D printed lathe, but…you are looking at 300-400 in material costs (just to have the 3D printed parts done is $160 and up).  At that point you can buy a nice used one. https://www.instructables.com/id/3D-Printed-Lathe/

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The lazy light switch

Posted on December 12, 2017 by robertwilkie

So you don’t want to swap out for a WeMo switch.  This might be the next best thing.  Thought I think I would make a few other mods to it. Light Switch For The Lazy

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Make a vise metal brake

Posted on December 12, 2017 by robertwilkie

I like this build, but I don’t have a welder so I may have to come up with an alternative. http://www.instructables.com/id/Best-Vise-Brake-Press-Great-Angle-Any-Time-Choose-/

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Add a harbor freight caliper to your drill press

Posted on December 11, 2017 by robertwilkie

Not a bad idea, the digital calipers are $10 or less and its a nice way to add a readout onto the drill press.  Downside, the batteries on them wear out fast, so you may need to add in an … Continue reading →

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Great, now you can annoy the whole family with Pikachi

Posted on December 8, 2017 by robertwilkie

Apparently you can change Google Home or Alexia to use Pikachu voice now. http://www.ubergizmo.com/2017/11/pikachu-talk-released-google-home-alexa/?utm_source=mainrss

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Guide to Makerspaces in Rochester NY

Posted on December 8, 2017 by robertwilkie

I have not personally been to any of these yet. https://makezine.com/2017/11/06/makers-guide-rochester-new-york/

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Nice thickness planer with a handheld sander

Posted on December 8, 2017 by robertwilkie

I have seen sanding platforms built in the past with handheld sanders.  But this is the first thickness planer I have seen with one. http://lumberjocks.com/projects/138762

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Another interesting woodworking site

Posted on December 7, 2017 by robertwilkie

Seems to be relatively new site, has some interesting woodworking projects. https://www.izzyswan.com/   https://www.izzyswan.com/ https://www.izzyswan.com/ https://www.izzyswan.com/

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A paper log maker

Posted on December 7, 2017 by robertwilkie

I wish the author had a little more detail on how this was built.  Its a clever build to turn paper into logs.  Given you need to wait for them to dry. http://drbyte9.wixsite.com/bluehaze-woodworking/logjammer

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Who says kids don’t tinker

Posted on December 6, 2017 by robertwilkie

Actually this is a bit scary of a build.  Seems to work thought. 3D Print Yourself A Flame Thrower

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