Author Archives: robertwilkie

Nice arm for a camera mount

Posted on July 22, 2021 by robertwilkie

I like the build for the arm, but…its alot of work, my 2 cents, I would adapt a lamp arm to do the same thing. https://www.homemadetools.net/forum/articulated-arm-camera-86047?homelistings#post184141

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Interesting jig to make thin strips on a tablesaw

Posted on July 21, 2021 by robertwilkie

I have seen other jigs like this before, this is the first on thought with using bearings only to “roll” the board along for the thin strips. Me…I like some of the other builds as its a bit simplier, thought … Continue reading →

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Make a Moxon Vise

Posted on July 20, 2021 by robertwilkie

Pretty simple and easy build, but…where the heck do you get 2 3/4s thick threaded rod and your “local hardware store”. I have looked for stuff like this at Home Depot and Lowes with no luck in the past. Usually … Continue reading →

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Nice LED lamp build

Posted on July 19, 2021 by robertwilkie

My 2 cents, I would have done color LEDS myself. The build is pretty nice, Not so sure I would take it on myself thought. https://www.instructables.com/How-to-Make-an-LED-Lamp/

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Simple sleeves for your vise

Posted on July 16, 2021 by robertwilkie

Basically the author used some aluminum angle iron, felt on one side, and harddrive magnets on the other and done. https://www.instructables.com/Protetor-Para-Objetos-Delicados-Em-Mor%C3%A7as/

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Nice box sled for tablesaw

Posted on July 16, 2021 by robertwilkie

Actually I like the authors build, its an add on to a sled that is rather nice as well. https://www.instructables.com/Small-Box-Sled/

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Interesting set of jigs

Posted on July 16, 2021 by robertwilkie

First one is for making thin cuts on a tablesaw. Its a bit different take from other builds I have seen for this. Second on is for a rather fancy paint spray can shaker. Third one is for moving sheets … Continue reading →

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Electric chainsaw mill

Posted on July 15, 2021 by robertwilkie

I have seen the gas version of this made by Izzy Swan. This one is nice since it removes the issues of running with a 2 cycle gas engine, and being electric, you can have an easy “kill” switch. Downside, … Continue reading →

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Nice folding workbench

Posted on July 14, 2021 by robertwilkie

I like the authors solution to engage/dis-engage the casters on the bench. this way you can use cheaper casters for wheels on the bench vs the expensive ones that “lift” on their own. I also like the fact he build … Continue reading →

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Nice jigsaw track guide

Posted on July 13, 2021 by robertwilkie

Nice build for a jigsaw. Not so sure I would make this over one for my circular saw. But I guess if you only have a jig saw, this would come in handy. https://www.homemadetools.net/forum/simple-jigsaw-track-saw-guide-86014?homelistings#post184026

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