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General Scroll Saw Talk / Re: Designer Firewood in picture format

« on: February 12, 2014, 05:58:22 am »

If you used white woodworking glue it can often be softened for dissassembly with a heat gun, however it can also damage the finish.  Give yourself a little time and you may find your solution.  Most of the things I build wind up with an "unexpected design modification: of some kind.

Beautiful clock.  You will find a way to make it work.

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General Scroll Saw Talk / Re: Best Band saw

« on: February 09, 2014, 12:20:15 am »

I have a powermatic 15" floor planer which I love, but the Dewalt seems to be the lunchbox model most sought after.  (there are 2 models.  The more expensive is the one everyone talks about.)  You can also buy carbide tiped planer blades for them now, or Byrd Shellix Heads.

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The Coffee Shop / Re: E15 gas in the U.S.A.

« on: February 08, 2014, 07:03:50 pm »

Even 10% is too much!  I look for non-ethanol for my boat because ethanol is so hard on vented systems like outboard engines and fuel lines.  It's a lot worse in boats than cars from all I have read.

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General Scroll Saw Talk / Re: Delta 28-203 bandsaw 350 bucks

« on: February 08, 2014, 07:02:02 pm »

Like most tools, you can get by with cheap, or if you can afford it you can have the consistent results you get from a better tool.  I used an ancient Sprunger bandsaw built in the 40's for years before I broke the yoke and gave it to a non=profit using the same model.  I got my Jet used and after a period of time added many upgrades and options.  IMO Carter makes several bandsaw accessories that really improve the performance of a bandsaw.

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General Scroll Saw Talk / Re: Best Band saw

« on: February 08, 2014, 06:58:42 pm »

A drum sander is not a necessity, but a very nice luxury.  I personally rarely use a belt sander for anything other than shaping wood.  It's too aggressive for me.  I prefer the results of a good Random Orbital Sander.  I do often use a stationary belt sander, but not connected with resawing.  If you have a lunchbox planer like a dewalt or delta you will be fine.  The drum sander just gives you a convenient and quick way to get a uniform surface with no knife marks.  There are also many plans for building your own on sites like Lumberjocks.com.

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General Scroll Saw Talk / Re: Best Band saw

« on: February 08, 2014, 01:47:42 am »

If that is your intended use, you will also need to have a planer.  I wouldn't expect resawing to give you an acceptable finish or an even enough thickness to go it alone.  You will also need a dust collector.  Resawing something that wide will create tons of sawdust.  Generally when I resaw, the wood goes from my bandsaw to my planer to my drum (thickness) sander.  Then it is ready to work with.

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General Scroll Saw Talk / Re: Delta 28-203 bandsaw 350 bucks

« on: February 08, 2014, 01:42:26 am »

If you like this one, send him an email.  Tell him you are interested, but only if you can get a really good deal because to set it up like you would want you would have to invest in new tires, Carter guides, a fence and a riser.  All of those add up to almost what he wants for the saw.  In order for it to fit your needs price wise you could not go over about $225.  You are only being honest, and if he isn't interested, you didn't hold a gun to his head.  I have dealt many times for used equipment this way and if often works our great!  If he holds to his price, you aren't any worse off.

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General Scroll Saw Talk / Re: Best Band saw

« on: February 06, 2014, 09:05:13 am »

I have a riser on my Jet 14".  I wouldn't personally consider making one.  Too much strain.  This is a good opportunity to use Craigslist and find a good used saw.  You can get a better saw for less money if you are a little patient.

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The Coffee Shop / Re: Who's next...

« on: February 03, 2014, 07:23:14 am »

That sure narrows down the choices of a source for bourbon! 

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General Scroll Saw Talk / Re: I hate winter!

« on: February 01, 2014, 11:42:33 pm »

We moved to Florida 30 odd years ago, and I would never consider going back!  Love it here.  I'm getting cabin fever just because it rained and was gloomy for 3 days (don't worry, the sun came out today and temp hit 77.  going out on the boat tomorrow.)  I love the weather and sunshine here!

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General Scroll Saw Talk / Re: Scrolling Bent Ply

« on: January 29, 2014, 12:25:50 am »

HOw thick and how concave are they?  Any chance you could joint them and get a flat back at least?

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The Coffee Shop / Re: Why People Move to Florida

« on: January 26, 2014, 10:32:30 pm »

Can't hurt my feelings!  I love living in Florida!

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The Coffee Shop / A video worth watching: Christmas Trees from a lathe

« on: January 23, 2014, 12:15:32 am »

This is remarkable to me.  Even though it isn't scrolling, I would think most would find it inspirational.  This young man shows talent.

 https://www.youtube.com/watch_popup?v=1yWmqbltB-c
 

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General Scroll Saw Talk / Re: Best Band saw

« on: January 21, 2014, 05:46:28 pm »

No problem, but I didn't mean the 105 is the most common.  That's probably the 94.  The 105 is common though and I suspect the reason is due to the length needed for a 14" saw with a 6 inch riser.

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The Coffee Shop / Re: The worst words you will ever hear!

« on: January 21, 2014, 06:28:18 am »

Of course you can trust your government, just ask any Native American!