Workshop tip: Use push pins to align your track saw
Keep both ends of a long track stable with this simple trick.
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3d printed dust collection accessories
These dust collection fittings will not only help you keep dust at bay, they might even help you justify the cost of an inexpensive 3d printer
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Nothing is Absolute
Ease and speed versus the idealization of the past – sometimes. When Lord Acton wrote that “absolute power corrupts absolutely,” he was referring to politics, but he could as easily have been referring to tools. After all, he wrote …
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Fine Tuning a Small Bandsaw, Part 2
In the first part of the story, I showcased my small bandsaw and discussed the basic procedure of aligning the blade over the tires and checking for drift during a rip cut. Now, in this segment, I will detail …
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Bringing the 1955 Crescent Band Saw to Life! [Video]
While our new 1955 Crescent band saw was brand new on the pallet, that doesn’t mean it was in ready-to-go condition. The tires had deteriorated over the years, and we had to deal with the three-stage power requirements before the …
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Fine Tuning a Small Band Saw, Part 1
Ensuring your band saw’s blade runs square to the table and miter slot is crucial for accurate ripping and cross-cutting. A blade that cuts without any drift makes sawing along the grain, or ripping, a breeze and also makes sure …
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