Monthly Archives: November 2017

Nice build for a spline jig with a table saw

Posted on November 6, 2017 by robertwilkie

Nice build.  Not sure if I would need to build one of these yet. https://www.instructables.com/id/Make-a-Simple-Spline-Jig/

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Making custom wood taps

Posted on November 6, 2017 by robertwilkie

Basically take an old bolt and put some tapers in it…oh and thin the thread edges a bit at the end. https://www.instructables.com/id/Make-a-Wood-Tap-From-a-Bolt/

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How to bend PVC in some odd shapes

Posted on November 6, 2017 by robertwilkie

OK this takes it alot more farther than I have gone.  Never thought to heat the sand up too. http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Bend-PVC-Make-Incredible-Shapes/

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print out your own under cabinet tablet holder

Posted on November 4, 2017 by robertwilkie

I was actually looking to make something like this.  The authors build is pretty nice and simple.  Only issue I see if having a 3D printer with a big enough bed to print this out.  I have seen a few … Continue reading →

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Tampon Firestarters

Posted on November 3, 2017 by robertwilkie

OK was not expecting this one.  But I have to say it does work and its easier than collecting lint and paper for the same build.  You basically dip the tampon into wax, then cut it up into small rings … Continue reading →

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Interesting build for a CNC

Posted on November 2, 2017 by robertwilkie

Basically adding in a oil or air cooler.  When you start dealing with metal you will need to cool the bit down or go really really slow.  This build seems to be a relatively cheap method to do so ($100 … Continue reading →

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Make a cheap alarm system

Posted on November 1, 2017 by robertwilkie

Basically a motor, battery, and coke bottle.  Interesting build.  Oh string, toothpicks, and a clothes pin too  🙂 http://www.instructables.com/id/Security-ALARM-From-CocaCola-Bottle-DIY/

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