Category Archives: Cheap

Nice jig for crown molding

Posted on April 22, 2019 by robertwilkie

I like this jig, cause I typically try to do it by hand on the miter saw, this would make it a lot easier. One difference I would do, make 2 so there is on on each side. https://www.instructables.com/id/Jig-for-Cutting-Perfect-Crown-Molding/

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Interesting CNC build

Posted on April 19, 2019 by robertwilkie

could be a bit more complicated of a CNC to control, as you need to handle the table spinning. But it does save on number of motors and other parts a standard CNC would use. The write up is not … Continue reading →

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Make an oscillating sander with your drill press

Posted on April 17, 2019 by robertwilkie

I got a kick out of this one. The author builds the standard drum sander like build for the drill press, but then attaches a motor to the crank for the shaft for the drill press to have it go … Continue reading →

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This is a death sentence from your spouse if you do it

Posted on April 16, 2019 by robertwilkie

Clever idea, using the kitchen aid attachment for a disk sander. But…if I did this, yeah I will have to find a new home. https://www.instructables.com/id/KitchenAid-Benchtop-Disc-Sander/

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Scary, but looks like it works wire stripper

Posted on April 15, 2019 by robertwilkie

I have toyed with wire stripping off and on for years. Once when copper went thru the roof I collected a bunch and made a pretty good penny off it. But stripping it was painful. This tool build looks like … Continue reading →

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Nice jig for making circles with a bandsaw

Posted on April 12, 2019 by robertwilkie

Pretty simple build too. http://www.homemadetools.net/forum/how-make-jig-cutting-circles-71928?homelistings#post129493

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Nice build for a simple drill motor speed control

Posted on April 11, 2019 by robertwilkie

I typically use zip ties or string. But thsi is a much nicer build. Only thing I might change is to put a backing on the bolt that tightens the trigger pull. https://www.instructables.com/id/A-Simple-Drill-Speed-Controller/

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Nice stool to stepstool build

Posted on April 10, 2019 by robertwilkie

Nice build. And cheap too (under $20 if I understand it correctly). https://www.familyhandyman.com/workshop/ridiculously-simple-shop-stool-plans/

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Several shop space savers

Posted on April 9, 2019 by robertwilkie

The author has several different builds to store tools and save space. My favorite is the portable table. Its simple and “cheap” to make.

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Another cool stool assembly

Posted on April 8, 2019 by robertwilkie

Seeing more and more of these lately. This is another simple stool assembly made from plywood and does not need nails. I may have to upgrade my CNC so I can cut a few of these out myself. https://www.instructables.com/id/Moth-Stool/

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