Category Archives: Tools

Nice write-up on adding a panel to a grinder to make it into a table saw and circular saw combo

Posted on July 16, 2018 by robertwilkie

Author only did it in a PDF file for directions for some reason. Click to access agts.pdf

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Convert a lighter to be an extension fire starter

Posted on July 12, 2018 by robertwilkie

Nice build on converting a lighter to use a plugger to start flame from a bit farther away (and not burn yourself). http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-Gas-Igniter-Best-Recycle-Idea/  

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Cool circle cutter with a grinder

Posted on July 2, 2018 by robertwilkie

Been seeing alot of nice homebrew builds with cheap grinders.  This is the first circle cutter thought.  This could be a good way to make a saw blade for wood. Simple Jig Uses Electromagnet For Clean Angle Grinder Cuts  

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Interesting mini lathe build

Posted on July 2, 2018 by robertwilkie

This is an interesting build.  I like the plexi glass look, but I question the durability of it.  Anyways I also like the use of the aluminum rails (instead of making ones out of wood).  This could be a nice … Continue reading →

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Simple hack to clean out the oil valve on a chainsaw

Posted on June 28, 2018 by robertwilkie

Not a bad idea.  basically you add a hole to the cap that you use when needed to blow the system out. http://www.instructables.com/id/Fixing-Chainsaw-Bar-Oil-Problem-With-Air-Compresso/

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Nice knife making jig

Posted on June 27, 2018 by robertwilkie

Pretty nice build.  Me…Not so sure I would put all that effort into this. https://makezine.com/2018/06/12/graz-makes-knife-bevel-grinding-jig/ https://nofile.io/f/PKE61CG48UY/graz+grinder+blueprints%21.pdf

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Walnut collector

Posted on June 26, 2018 by robertwilkie

If you have a walnut tree, this is a worthwhile build.  The author basically build a simple tube to stick over a walnut and capture it.  So he didn’t need to bend over constantly. http://www.homemadetools.net/forum/backbone-saver-walnut-collecting-tool-65610?homelistings#post104760

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Convert a cheap drillpress into a lathe

Posted on June 25, 2018 by robertwilkie

This seems like alot of work for something you can get for $100 at HF.  Nice build thought, if you have time and the materials…oh and a welder, it could be worth making. http://www.homemadetools.net/forum/homemade-woodworking-lathe-column-drill-65747?homelistings#post105238

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One fancy smoke remover

Posted on June 25, 2018 by robertwilkie

It looks like they are using a car filter with this one.  Its a nice looking build (overkill for a solder setup, but if you are doing metalworking…). http://www.homemadetools.net/forum/smoke-eater-air-cleaner-bench-67796?homelistings#post111641

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Nice portable bandsaw holder

Posted on June 21, 2018 by robertwilkie

This is a nice build, It turns a portable bandsaw into one that can be a vertical one with a table.  I like how portable the table is too (can attach to a workmate).  Oh there is a board under … Continue reading →

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