Category Archives: Misc-Life

Nice 3D printed Hydroponic tower

Posted on August 26, 2021 by robertwilkie

Nice build. Not so sure I would do it myself, some of the Aerogarden clones are coming down alot in price and maybe an easier setup. https://www.instructables.com/DESKTOP-HYDROPONIC-TOWER/

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A pretty serious nerf ball turret

Posted on August 25, 2021 by robertwilkie

The motors the author uses this are ones you find in higher end RC cars. Its a clever build and seems to shoot an move pretty fast. https://www.instructables.com/Arduino-NERF-Ball-Wireless-FPV-Sentry-Turret/

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Odd circular saw guide

Posted on August 25, 2021 by robertwilkie

Its an interesting build. I am not so sure I would have done the hinge bit, I like the ability to clamp the guide down thought. Mye, I would have done a thin sheet that the saw traveled on, and … Continue reading →

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Pocket Hole Clamp

Posted on August 24, 2021 by robertwilkie

I saw this and put it on my list of things to build. Why? Well I have used a pocket hole jig in the past and I like it, but I have had problems holding the boards together to screw … Continue reading →

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Using zip ties to fix old plastic

Posted on August 23, 2021 by robertwilkie

Basically you use the zip ties as “glue” with a solder iron or a heat gun to melt it in. https://www.homemadetools.net/forum/zip-ties-78420?homelistings#post154660

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3D printed mini cooler

Posted on August 22, 2021 by robertwilkie

basically the author takes a 3D printed jet engine like design and puts it on a swamp cooler. Seems a bit of an expensive build overall. https://www.instructables.com/3D-Printed-Mini-Air-Kooler-the-OverEngineered-Edit/

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Adding in a check value to your dust collection on the cheap

Posted on August 21, 2021 by robertwilkie

OK I don’t even thing I need to spend $3 in parts to make this. Most likely I have everything I need already. I like this build, it adds a simple pressure relief value to your dust collection system, which … Continue reading →

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3 in 1 Jig for a JigSaw

Posted on August 20, 2021 by robertwilkie

Interesting build with plans included. I like the “circle” accessory the author added to the build. The author includes plans too if you need them. https://www.homemadetools.net/forum/3-1-jigsaw-table-machine-%5Bfree-plans-3d-model%5D-78440?homelistings#post154744 https://drive.google.com/file/d/1aDyE6l7CQR3UGKtx-mML0_lG80TtVW8Q/view

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Cool tool to make Viking Braids

Posted on August 20, 2021 by robertwilkie

Pretty simple build, basically a wheel with 8 slots in it that you spin the yarn around in. https://www.instructables.com/Viking-Braids-Make-a-Trollen-Wheel/

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Quick and easy right angle jigs

Posted on August 19, 2021 by robertwilkie

The author shows how to make some quick and easy jigs for picture frames. One thing I would do different is add some blocks on the sides to thicken them up. https://www.instructables.com/Right-Angle-Clamping-Jig-Minutes-to-Make/

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