Monthly Archives: August 2020

Nice lowrider CNC

Posted on August 31, 2020 by robertwilkie

Nice lowrider CNC build (build to do sheets of plywood. It cost the author roughly $650 in materials and parts. https://www.instructables.com/id/Fliptable-LowRider-CNC/ https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:3026040

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Nice book light

Posted on August 28, 2020 by robertwilkie

I was thinking this build may make a good costume item for say a wizard for halo ween. https://www.instructables.com/id/LED-Book-Light-Inside-a-Book/

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Another CDROM CNC build

Posted on August 27, 2020 by robertwilkie

This build is a bit interesting, as it uses the base of the original CDROM, but the Y is a 3D printed part with the motor. I like the Y and Z part of this build, may have to save … Continue reading →

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Business card embosser

Posted on August 27, 2020 by robertwilkie

Interesting build, basically you 3D print your design, then roll a business card thru it to make an indention design on the paper. https://www.instructables.com/id/The-Business-Card-Embosser-System/

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Nice lamp build from plywood

Posted on August 26, 2020 by robertwilkie

Nice build, the author uses a combo of handtools and CNC to make this. https://www.instructables.com/id/Mid-Century-Flexible-Plywood-Lamp/

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Nice cross cut table for circular saws

Posted on August 25, 2020 by robertwilkie

Nice built, I love out the author goes over his mistakes at the end. I also like his router circle jig. https://www.homemadetools.net/forum/super-simple-cheap-table-saw-alternative-%7C-free-plans-81040?homelistings#post164655

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Another nice LED light build

Posted on August 24, 2020 by robertwilkie

This one is with RGB strips so you can get some variety of color on the subject. https://www.instructables.com/id/Build-a-Pocket-RGB-LED-Light-for-Your-Home-Photo-S/

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Installing a downspout or sump pump drywell

Posted on August 21, 2020 by robertwilkie

I have thought about doing this myself as the clay lines for my gutters are breaking down. Hard part is I can only dig in the yard in spring or fall (clay soil) and when its dry, its harder than … Continue reading →

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Simple “shield” for tutoring students

Posted on August 21, 2020 by robertwilkie

Its a simple plexiglass stand for a teacher to put between them and the student for tutoring. Nice build overall, I think the author should put a handle on it too so it can be carried around. https://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Teacher-Desk-Shield-for-Writing-Conferences/

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Nice Ballista build

Posted on August 20, 2020 by robertwilkie

Just not so sure I would trust PVC pipe for the arms on it. But it seems to work and is a nice concept build. https://www.instructables.com/id/Alexander-the-Greats-Macedonian-Ballista/

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