Category Archives: Misc-Life

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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Making a lathe chuck

Posted on April 20, 2019 by robertwilkie

Nice build for a lathe chuck. Not so sure I would put all this effort into one myself. https://www.paoson.com/en/blog/lathe-longworth-faceplate–n65

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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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Door holders

Posted on April 18, 2019 by robertwilkie

This is a nice build for door holders. Why would you need this? Well if you need to shave a door down to size to fit, these stands would be great to use. http://www.homemadetools.net/forum/spring-loaded-door-buck-door-stand-72030?homelistings#post129846

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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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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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How to scan an image for 3D work

Posted on April 8, 2019 by robertwilkie

Interesting video where the author goes over how to scan an object in so you can 3D print it. Its alot of work to set this all up thought.

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