Monthly Archives: August 2019

Use Pipe and pipe clamps for a kitchen storage rack

Posted on August 8, 2019 by robertwilkie

Nice idea, The author got a hold of plumping metal pipe for the project, I think metal electric conduit should work here as well. I like this over my current setup where I put a bunch of hooks under the … Continue reading →

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Nice little CNC plotter

Posted on August 8, 2019 by robertwilkie

I like this build. I was doing something similar with CDROM drives, but this is easier and uses servos over steppers. https://www.instructables.com/id/Tracey-Drawing-Machine/

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POV with a real fan

Posted on August 7, 2019 by robertwilkie

The author basically build the POV circuit and then took the fan blade off and put it in its place. I would have been more impressed if he kept the fan blade with it. https://www.instructables.com/id/BIG-POV-Fan-HACKED/

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Nice dice holder that lights up

Posted on August 6, 2019 by robertwilkie

I like this build, but…my 2 cents, It would have been cooler if the author had designed the case to go over one of the cheap LED tea lights you can get for sometimes less than the battery to power … Continue reading →

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Under $50 workbench

Posted on August 6, 2019 by robertwilkie

The author doesn’t say in the write-up, but it looks like 3-4 sheets of particle board are used. The sheets typically are $10. Its a nice build but like the author said, its not a long term bench as this … Continue reading →

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Nice table saw sled

Posted on August 5, 2019 by robertwilkie

This is a bit more fancy than my current build I have. I like the adjustable stop that can go up and down on a hing. http://www.homemadetools.net/forum/table-saw-sled-making-free-pdf-73878?homelistings#post137327

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Interesting fan hack

Posted on August 5, 2019 by robertwilkie

The author basically took the fan and make jets for the outbound air with soda bottle tops. On the back he straps 2 waterbottles that he fills with ice. Interesting build. http://www.homemadetools.net/forum/diy-air-cooler-74288?homelistings#post138728

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Router table jig to route curves

Posted on August 2, 2019 by robertwilkie

Basically you are making a follower for the outside of an object as your route the wood. Its on my list of builds now. I like how the author uses a clamp for the “follower bar”. Not so sure if … Continue reading →

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Clever Metal bender to go on your vise

Posted on August 1, 2019 by robertwilkie

Clever build. No so sure I would make it myself, but still a clever build if you need to make bends in thin metal. http://www.homemadetools.net/forum/roller-metal-bender-vice-attachment-homemade-metal-bender-73784?homelistings#post136930

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