Author Archives: robertwilkie

Simple CNC build with 3D printed parts

Posted on February 17, 2023 by robertwilkie

Pretty simple build with parts you print out on a 3D printer. Nice build overall. https://www.instructables.com/Joule-Thief-From-a-Beer-Can/

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NCurses Disk Usage

Posted on February 16, 2023 by robertwilkie

Nice opensource project to give you disk usage stats in a graphically way on command line. https://dev.yorhel.nl/ncdu

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Interesting panel saw build

Posted on February 15, 2023 by robertwilkie

I always like how easy its to cut plywood down at the lumberyards with the panel saw they have. The author builds one that is a bit interesting as the saw is on the inside of the track. https://www.homemadetools.net/forum/panel-saw-video-94207#post214700

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Nice Wood Fired Water Heater

Posted on February 14, 2023 by robertwilkie

The author basically wrapped copper pipe around a barrel wood stove and that heats up water for “hot water”. Pretty simple idea. https://hackaday.com/2023/02/08/simple-wood-fired-water-heater-is-surprisingly-effective/

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Simple straight edge for router/saw/etc

Posted on January 31, 2023 by robertwilkie

Nice build overall, I like the addition of the metal ruler on it. And the author uses blanks to size out a fit for a saw etc… https://www.homemadetools.net/forum/simple-but-genius-3-1-edge-guide-woodworking-circular-saw-router-jigsaw-92964#post210505

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Gutter vac for 2 story houses

Posted on January 30, 2023 by robertwilkie

Nice build for cleaning gutters without needing to get a ladder out. Most “commercial” ones I have seen do not go to 2 story houses well. This one does seem to do the job. Just wonder how much that thing … Continue reading →

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Leaf blower dust collector

Posted on January 27, 2023 by robertwilkie

Ok this is a clever build, using many cheap and easy to get parts to make a dust collector and seems to work out. https://www.instructables.com/Dust-Collector-Made-From-a-Leaf-Vacuum/

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Converting old 3D printers to CNC

Posted on January 26, 2023 by robertwilkie

Nice idea for light CNC work, not so sure about more intense jobs. The author did the conversion for $30. If you have an old 3D printer you could do this, but keep in mind the motors, drive (belt) may … Continue reading →

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Cool knitting machine

Posted on January 25, 2023 by robertwilkie

It only makes a french braid. But still pretty clever build. https://www.homemadetools.net/forum/french-knitting-machine-video-94850?homelistings#post217012

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Nice Free standing Lamp build

Posted on January 24, 2023 by robertwilkie

Nice build over all using metal conduit for the “frame”. I like the black paint finish too. Figure this build would run you under $10 each. https://www.instructables.com/A-Terrace-Wooden-base-Pole-mounted-Glass-Jar-Light/

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