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My belt sander is a very solid cast iron piece made by Crafstman in the 60's. The only complaint I have is the lack of power. The 1/2 HP...

I've used a follower. I just can't picture your typical follower bumping along on the tops of threads.

Not typical but the concept is the same for all follow rests. It just keeps the part from deflecting away from the bit as you're...

There's quite a bit of info on this link/forum for additional ideas/plans https://www.homemadetools.net/homemade-belt-sander There are...

I see as many people in costume at the Calgary stampede as I do at a rider game..... different hat and footwear [emoji3] Go riders...

I see as many people in costume at the Calgary stampede as I do at a rider game..... different hat and footwear [emoji3] Go riders...

Ya, using bare bronze, the stuff that has worked has hardened, badly Live and learn I suppose Milling with 3/32 but was fruitless ...

I used to work with a lady that warned me not to go to Western Canada, as I would not want to leave. Fortunately or unfortunately she...

That's some higher end electrical work and a killer save on your part. Great work John. Thanks for posting the vid too.

I did a bit of TIG bronze buildup on a couple of damaged parts when fixing up my shaper. Still need more practice for sure, had a couple...

Do you have any tips on how to cut copes by hand? I've just started, and I'm using my 5" grinder and my 'eyecrometer' but the results...

, LOL...Driving through Regina on "game day"= 100,000 "green people running around on the streets...their everywhere. If the Riders win...

Well, after living in this province for 30 years....... Saskatchewan has better lakes, better fishing, more relaxed bylaws. In...

We all look forward to packed stadiums again with crazy Roughrider fans and their watermelon hats :) I don't even follow sports, but I...

Yea it looks really good polished up. My brother is a contractor and I’ve been telling him next time he needs to do a railing I’ll do it...