Category Archives: Tools

A better inner tube cutter

Posted on August 9, 2018 by robertwilkie

I like this tube cutter better than a one from a few weeks ago.  I still think it could be simplified more thought. https://www.instructables.com/id/Another-Better-Tube-Chopper/

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Nice looking, and heavy, push block

Posted on August 7, 2018 by robertwilkie

Nice looking build the author make for a pushblock for a table saw.  Its a bit heavier than I would like, but…it will serve its purpose. http://rolandrolson.eu/2017/12/09/table-saw-push-block/

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Bike Tube Chopper

Posted on August 2, 2018 by robertwilkie

Not so sure I would make this, seems pretty complex for getting the job done.  But still a nice build overall to “build” off of.  I like the re-use of bike tubes to make nets myself (end result for the … Continue reading →

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Simple build to control the speed of a drill, or this case, sawzaw

Posted on August 1, 2018 by robertwilkie

The author make a simple trigger control that could be adjustable to control the speed of a variable speed hand tool (his case a sawzaw, but could apply to any handtool).  Good idea if you are converting handtools to something … Continue reading →

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Drill powered Centrifuge

Posted on July 30, 2018 by robertwilkie

If I ever get into bio-hacking, this looks like something to build first.  Basically its a 3D print for a bit for a drill to spin test tubes. https://www.instructables.com/id/Drill-powered-Centrifuge/

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Duct Tape Dispenser

Posted on July 27, 2018 by robertwilkie

The author 3D prints out the spinner for the duct tape.  The rest is an old razor and wood cuts.  I like the overall build of this. https://www.instructables.com/id/Duct-Tape-Dispenser/

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Portable spray wash

Posted on July 26, 2018 by robertwilkie

The author takes a simple battery operated pump, battery, and a jerry can to make a portable sprayer.  This would work for a shower, and other water purposes as well https://www.instructables.com/id/Bike-Car-Washer/

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Making a simple Spline Jig

Posted on July 26, 2018 by robertwilkie

This is a pretty straight forward jig to make to have splines for boxes.  I am tempted to build one myself, but I haven’t gotten to this point in woodworking yet.  Most of everything I make is more for practical … Continue reading →

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A simple Dado Jig

Posted on July 19, 2018 by robertwilkie

Pretty simple jig, nice looking too. http://www.instructables.com/id/I-MADE-a-DADO-JIG/

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Using an xbox controller to control an CNC

Posted on July 17, 2018 by robertwilkie

Nice idea.  Pretty simple setup too. http://rick.sparber.org/XBCA.pdf

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