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  0 Thread: What're some options for holding a small drill bit securely
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I wanted to rotate the workpiece and not the cutting tool. What did work was a big piece of pine with screws in the side holding both a piece of hardwood and steel plate to grip the bit. 4 screws a...
Robin Dobbie Woodworking Power Tools 9 2,009 07-29-2021, 05:30 PM
  0 Thread: What're some options for holding a small drill bit securely
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Whelp, I'm here for my yearly question. :D https://i.ibb.co/tZQwvL0/4G3fxH.jpg So I need to put a 3/32 hole in the end of a steel rod. The rod's chucked up in the drill press, I need to come ...
Robin Dobbie Woodworking Power Tools 9 2,009 07-28-2021, 09:33 PM
  0 Thread: $1,000.00 to install a pocket door
Post: RE: $1,000.00 to install a pocket door

The problem is that you were watching any kind of TV and expecting reality to be represented. But HGTV in particular is scummy. They keep trying to get me to open their junkmail by making it appea...
Robin Dobbie Home Improvement 10 5,156 07-13-2020, 07:35 AM
  0 Thread: This comparison of shop made vs. factory made cabinets is almost funny.
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kdouglaslee Wrote: (07-12-2020, 04:19 PM) -- The thing is, you have to get a pretty high (expensive) grade of plywood to be sure that it has no voids and will stay flat, and though unfinished plywood...
Robin Dobbie Woodworking 28 9,769 07-12-2020, 07:16 PM
  0 Thread: Anarchist Workbench free download
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Are all their books black and white? I've been tempted by their offerings in the past but never bit. Modern black and white photos have to be really effing amazing to not be annoying. In all my messin...
Robin Dobbie Woodworking Hand Tools 13 5,236 07-12-2020, 03:55 PM
  0 Thread: Ace Hardware
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I wish there was an Ace closer, but they shut down. They have sales on little stuff I need, but not enough to go as far out of my way to get them as I'd have to, now.
Robin Dobbie Home Improvement 11 7,533 07-12-2020, 02:38 PM
  0 Thread: This comparison of shop made vs. factory made cabinets is almost funny.
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You can always count on MDF/particle board discussions for some controversy! My problem with melamine coated particle board is that it always, always expands anywhere it's not 100% hermetically se...
Robin Dobbie Woodworking 28 9,769 07-12-2020, 11:16 AM
  0 Thread: What's the story on Metabo?
Post: RE: What's the story on Metabo?

Cabinet Monkey Wrote: (07-07-2020, 08:29 PM) -- This is simply not true and is misinformed.    Hitachi pneumatic nailers are some of the best in the industry.  Their mitersaws enjoy a good reputat...
Robin Dobbie Woodworking Power Tools 18 9,716 07-12-2020, 09:50 AM
  0 Thread: Where's the wood?
Post: RE: Where's the wood?

DIY with Shou Sugi Ban?
Robin Dobbie Home Improvement 21 6,127 07-12-2020, 09:24 AM
  0 Thread: Best way to glue plexiglas to wood
Post: RE: Best way to glue plexiglas to wood

I might stick with screws. Maybe some silicone if I needed a moisture barrier, but I wouldn't be counting on the silicone for any kind of strength.
Robin Dobbie Woodworking 8 3,564 07-08-2020, 06:25 PM
  0 Thread: What's the story on Metabo?
Post: RE: What's the story on Metabo?

It's just rebadged Hitachi low-end stuff. Nothing in common with the name it represents. Criminal, in my opinion.
Robin Dobbie Woodworking Power Tools 18 9,716 07-07-2020, 04:14 PM
  0 Thread: Stop using these immediately--Harbor Freight Recall
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Adjustable jack stands thoroughly creep me out. I like to stick a log or something solid under the vehicle just in case.
Robin Dobbie Home Improvement 25 9,242 05-22-2020, 07:30 PM
  0 Thread: Wooden Nails
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Is that a pack of wooden nails in your pocket or are you happy to see me?
Robin Dobbie Woodworking 13 7,234 05-22-2020, 06:12 AM
  0 Thread: Picture framing help
Post: RE: Picture framing help

Home Depot might has: OPTIX 36 in. x 48 in. x .093 in. Acrylic Sheet Model# MC-09 (124) $47.98 Ace Hardware has a sheet of actual glass, a bit larger than you need. If you google for "ace 52 36 gla...
Robin Dobbie Woodworking 8 3,969 05-22-2020, 04:45 AM
  0 Thread: SOLD: Delta Unisaw with Sliding Table MADE IN USA
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If you're planning on flying to Texas any time soon and feel like packing that in the carry-on, I'd be interested!
Robin Dobbie Tool Swap N' Sell 10 3,871 04-11-2020, 02:46 PM
  0 Thread: What is the best bit(?) to drill thru particle-board?
Post: RE: What is the best bit(?) to drill thru particle...

Depending on the depth of the hole, you may end up having to start with a small drill bit(the diameter of the pilot bit in your hole saw), go a little ways from both sides with the hole saw to get cle...
Robin Dobbie Woodworking Power Tools 16 24,362 04-11-2020, 02:21 PM
  0 Thread: What is the best bit(?) to drill thru particle-board?
Post: RE: What is the best bit(?) to drill thru particle...

A brand new brad point bit. The support above and below are probably more important than the bit itself. High speed, slow entry. Maybe, if you're able, set the bit depth stop so that the brad poin...
Robin Dobbie Woodworking Power Tools 16 24,362 04-11-2020, 01:12 PM
  0 Thread: Source for dewaxed orange shellac flakes?
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+2 on WellerMart. Prompt shipping, and fast service. Once, I wanted to add something to my existing order and they got it done before the order shipped.
Robin Dobbie Finishing 13 6,565 04-08-2020, 06:53 PM
  0 Thread: Inexpensive Saws
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jerry s Wrote: (04-07-2020, 05:59 AM) -- robin a cheap saw that would work is a hacksaw.   jerry -- Fair enough. I spose I should pick up some fresh blades.
Robin Dobbie Woodworking Hand Tools 31 12,480 04-07-2020, 06:31 AM
  0 Thread: Inexpensive Saws
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Admiral Wrote: (04-06-2020, 12:35 PM) -- I've seen some non-hardened handsaws at the HF as well with very clunky handles.  As long as they use high carbon spring steel, and the Rc of the steel is som...
Robin Dobbie Woodworking Hand Tools 31 12,480 04-07-2020, 04:51 AM

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