Monthly Archives: October 2019

Nice table sled build

Posted on October 10, 2019 by robertwilkie

This one is pretty nice build, can use it to do taper cuts, jointer, etc. https://www.instructables.com/id/Three-in-One-Table-Saw-Sled-Taper-Cuts-Jointer-Sle/

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Another nice metal bender

Posted on October 9, 2019 by robertwilkie

This one takes advantage of you owning a vise to use as the frame for the bender. This is a nice build since you do not need a welder. Not sure if I would make one, brakes and benders are … Continue reading →

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Making cabinet doors

Posted on October 8, 2019 by robertwilkie

Nice write up and video on how to go about doing this. https://www.instructables.com/id/Easy-Cabinet-Doors-Made-on-the-Router-Table/

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Nice clamp build for multiple boards

Posted on October 8, 2019 by robertwilkie

I understand the authors issues with doing multiple boards and when you clamp down for the glue to dry, they buckle. This is a nice idea to build out of conduit pipe, but I wonder if I could do this … Continue reading →

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Nice drum sander build

Posted on October 7, 2019 by robertwilkie

Nice build for a small drum sander. I like the hold downs he uses for putting the sand paper on. Also nice idea using a grinder for the motor driver for this. https://www.homemadetools.net/forum/drum-sander-thickness-sander-making-video-free-pdf-75077?homelistings#post141122

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Making simple right angle clamping jigs

Posted on October 4, 2019 by robertwilkie

The author did a good job on this one, its cheap, easy to make, and works. Its on my list to make on some scrap wood https://www.instructables.com/id/Right-Angle-Clamping-Jig-Minutes-to-Make/

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Making your own t-slot bolts

Posted on October 3, 2019 by robertwilkie

I don’t think I would go this far. First off I would have used threaded rod instead of cutting the head off the bolt, and then to weld a washer onto that and grind it down…Nice build but it has … Continue reading →

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How to figure out the wiring of a stepper motor

Posted on October 2, 2019 by robertwilkie

Author gives a nice simple video on how to do it.

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CNC to make wooden 3D prints

Posted on October 2, 2019 by robertwilkie

I have seen this with paper, gee 10-15 years ago, but looks like some folks are now doing it with sheets of wood.

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Make a Hydraulic vise

Posted on October 1, 2019 by robertwilkie

Impressive build. Me…I’ll stick to the vise I have now.

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