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OT (not much) What kind of floor do you like on top of concrete?
New shop is coming along. I'd like to have a nicer looking floor than concrete. Although I am not too good for concrete. Has anyone used the vinyl composite tiles? Like you see in schools and other public buildings... -
Finish stair work - how to best build the substrate?
I’m mentally prepping for finish work on my new stairs. By finish, I mean installing the sub treads and risers to then receive the final hardwood surface. Stringers are 2x12 and sufficient for the job. Rough in 2x4 treads got me past inspection and its time to move on. I’m thinking that 2...- henrya
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OT: Nearing move to new shop, need to build or buy drawers or cabinets
In a month or two I should be able to move into my new shop. Its my last shop and I’m not leaving until I get rolled out in a wheelchair. I’d like to have 12-16 linear feet of cabinets with drawers. Probably 18-24“ wide, 20“ deep and heights from 3 to 6“. I’ve been watching the local Restore...- henrya
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What material to use for a cutting surface for track saw?
I’m setting up a cutting table to use with the track saw for cutting out cabinet parts. I’d like to have smooth, even, level support underneath the plywood sheets. The support would be sacrificial. Particleboard comes to mind, but I generally hate it, and really dislike the dust created. I...- henrya
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OT: Construction -- new hard metal screws or old fashioned lag screws?
I'm putting in some posts to support a 26' X 10' shed roof dormer style porch cover. The posts are 6 X 6 cedar and I have some nice welded up bases that will bolt to studs epoxied into the concrete slab. The top will get metal angles screwed on with the same screws. My original thinking was to... -
Neoprene corner protectors source?
I have an aluminum tank that needs to be mounted in a frame to hold it in place. I want some "corners" that would look like the metal corners on a wooden toolbox but hard rubber about 1/8 to 1/4". I plan to mount them permanently with epoxy. They would look something like these table corner... -
Round head Hex drive M8 or 3/8 2 or 2 1/2 long partial thread stainless?
As the title says the usual sources don’t have these do you have any suggestions about where I might find some? TIA -
WTB: Aluminum bar 2.5 X 3 X 5 inches
I need 2 pieces 2.5x3x5 inches or a piece(s)I can cut that dimension from. Its for some clamps that bolt together. Not a critical part, nor heavily loaded. 6061 would be good. Does anyone have some you’d part with? Thanks- henrya
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Painting a lead weight?
I’m making a lead weight for a piece of equipment that will mostly stay outdoors. Pouring the weight is no big deal, I have that covered. The poured finish will be pretty smooth - plenty smooth enough to paint. Its gonna look like a round top muffin or cake about 12” across and about 3” thick. I... -
Refinish aluminum saw table?
I've had this little Swiss made table saw for 30 plus years and its given excellent service. As you can see in the attached photo, the anodized finish is wearing off. I'd like to refinish it. I suspect that re-anodizing is out of the question given the unknown alloy and old finish to be... -
OT: Suitable aluminum for bending and forming for boat trailer side board brackets
I want to add some side boards or bunks to my bolt together i-beam aluminum trailer. Its for a 16' boat, so not especially heavy duty. Currently the trailer has guide poles at the rear. I'd like instead to have side bunks to guide the boat on. In still water what is there now is fine, but with... -
OT: Tell me about Yanmar tractors
Looking at 25-30 hp tractors like the ST series from Yanmar. Also looked at Deere and Kubota. They are pretty pricey. Yanmars run a good bit less. What’s the story on Yanmars of the last 5 or 10 years? -
Wiring chase/lighting hanger?
I have a metal building that I will install lighting and receptacles in. I will also have it spray foam insulated after that is done. The building is a quonset hut type construction, with metal panels bolted together. I can use those bolts to mount to. I’d like to come up with some kind of... -
OT — Truck tires.
Almost time for new shoes for my F150 Super Crew 4wd. I’d like something with some off road ability and still quiet on the road. A unicorn for sure. Thinking of Bridgestone AT Revo 3, Faulken AT3W, Firestone Destination, Goodyear something? Open to your informed suggestions. -
New shop split unit ductless BTU calculation?
Moving to new shop. Lathe, mill and handwork. 20 X 20 with 12 foot ceiling. Well insulated. I can put a ductless unit through the wall. The various online calculators tell me about 18,000 BTUs. Does this sound right? I am ignorant in this field and would like to get it right the first try... -
For Sale: Yuasa XY and rotating table 7.5"
This is a Yuasa XY table that I have used mounted to a drill press for locating hole positions. Model 555 -005, (as best as I can read the tiny tag) made in Japan. I've had it since brand new, perhaps 30 years. The table is 7.5 X 7.5 inches and from the mounting plate the table top is about 4.5"...- henrya
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A part suitable for one of you CNC router guys?
I have a prototype product design that might be suitable for small production router manufacturing. I have no expectation of you working for free or getting paid later after the product is a blazing success and I am a millionaire. If you are interested, please send me a message and we can look...- henrya
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Air dried wood demand?
I have a good bit of air dried wood that I don't need. Its from my little hobby chainsaw mill operation. Its all flitch cut with live edges. 6/4 to 12/4 thick, mostly 9ish feet long, some shorter. White oak, poplar, cherry, swamp maple, sycamore, some spalty short silver maple. Lots of live edge...- henrya
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Suggestion for smallish metal cutting bandsaw?
I’d like to buy a small vertical metal cutting bandsaw. NOT a power bandsaw or portaband. I seldom work on things bigger than can be held in one hand and if I do I have a bigger saw (one of those that can’t be mentioned here because of its antique nature). Maybe about a 4” cutting capacity... -
Where to find HDPE or similar tube around 1.75 OD?
I want to make an overflow catch bottle for a motorcycle. I’d like it to be long and narrow. I think somewhere in the neighborhood of 1.75 X 12 inches will work for my needs. It does not have to be HDPE but does need to withstand hot coolant overflow from the radiator. Commercially made bottles...