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Forum: Plug Building - Got Wood?

10-06-2004, 06:07 AM

Replies: 36

Most value added tool?

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If it works, then you must be doing it right. I...

If it works, then you must be doing it right. I used the drill chuck on both ends. If you are using a spur center in the drive head, there may not be enouth pressure from the drill bit in the tail...

Forum: Plug Building - Got Wood?

10-05-2004, 08:18 PM

Replies: 7

Has anyone...........

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Posted By backcast

I would be a little concerned about the paint...

I would be a little concerned about the paint clogging the filter in the shop vac. Bernzey's idea with the furnace filter will help.

I have a central dust collection system that is vented...

Forum: Plug Building - Got Wood?

10-05-2004, 07:58 PM

Replies: 36

Most value added tool?

Views: 5,603

Posted By backcast

If you make the sanding disk, consider making...

If you make the sanding disk, consider making something to support the piece you are sanding. Without a steady rest, agressive sandpaper can pull the piece right out of your hand.

I dont have a...

Forum: Plug Building - Got Wood?

10-04-2004, 10:01 PM

Replies: 36

Most value added tool?

Views: 5,603

Posted By backcast

Screws, just make sure that they are shorter than...

Screws, just make sure that they are shorter than the plywood is thick.

Forum: Plug Building - Got Wood?

10-04-2004, 06:13 PM

Replies: 36

Most value added tool?

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Posted By backcast

Actually its not 9 inches from center to post,...

Actually its not 9 inches from center to post, its 4.5 inches. The 9 inches means that you can drill a hole in the center of a 9 inch diameter circle.

Forum: Plug Building - Got Wood?

10-04-2004, 06:08 PM

Replies: 36

Most value added tool?

Views: 5,603

Posted By backcast

Skip the drill press, like Jigman said, do the...

Skip the drill press, like Jigman said, do the though drilling on the lathe. You can also use the lathe as a disk sander, just mount a plywood disk on the face plate. Get the bandsaw, that way you...

Forum: Plug Building - Got Wood?

09-30-2004, 09:00 PM

Replies: 20

Dust Collection

Views: 3,759

Posted By backcast

Better Homes and Gardens Wood magazine has plans...

Better Homes and Gardens Wood magazine has plans to build a cyclone. I built it, and it works much better than any of the single stage dust collectors on the market. I also vent it out side, so...

Forum: Plug Building - Got Wood?

09-17-2004, 03:26 PM

Replies: 9

Drill Press Question?

Views: 2,396

Posted By backcast

I start my through drilling on the lathe after I...

I start my through drilling on the lathe after I turn the plug, then finish the hole by hand. This is method recommended by Jigman in a previous thread. Brad point bits are a must, regular bits...

Forum: Plug Building - Got Wood?

09-17-2004, 03:23 PM

Replies: 9

Drill Press Question?

Views: 2,396

Posted By backcast

Forum: Plug Building - Got Wood?

09-07-2004, 09:07 PM

Replies: 41

Hi. My name is Mike. I spin wood.

Views: 5,757

Posted By backcast

If you know where the center of the plug will be,...

If you know where the center of the plug will be, depth is not a problem for belly weights or swivel holes. If I am off a little, back to the drill press for an adjustment after the plug is turned. ...

Forum: Plug Building - Got Wood?

09-07-2004, 05:35 PM

Replies: 41

Hi. My name is Mike. I spin wood.

Views: 5,757

Posted By backcast

I think a drill press works fine for everything...

I think a drill press works fine for everything but the through hole. I like to drill the holes for the belly weights and other things before I turn the wood in the lathe. Its always easier to work...

Forum: Plug Building - Got Wood?

09-05-2004, 07:13 PM

Replies: 41

Hi. My name is Mike. I spin wood.

Views: 5,757

Posted By backcast

Those look great, you must have turned wood...

Those look great, you must have turned wood before.

Use 1/8 inch drill bits for through holes and whatever it takes to match the outside diameter of the grommets you use.

Chair making,...

Forum: Plug Building - Got Wood?

09-01-2004, 07:11 PM

Replies: 2

Wood?

Views: 1,697

Posted By backcast

As long as the knots in pine are tight, they...

As long as the knots in pine are tight, they should not be a problem while turning, just make sure you tools are sharp and watch the grain direction. The loose or black knots are a problem and can...

Forum: Plug Building - Got Wood?

08-20-2004, 12:30 PM

Replies: 41

Hi. My name is Mike. I spin wood.

Views: 5,757

Posted By backcast

313 Montvale Ave. Right off of Rt 93.

313 Montvale Ave. Right off of Rt 93.

Forum: Plug Building - Got Wood?

08-20-2004, 11:07 AM

Replies: 41

Hi. My name is Mike. I spin wood.

Views: 5,757

Posted By backcast

I like "Turning Wood With Richard Raffan". There...

I like "Turning Wood With Richard Raffan". There is also a video of the same name. May be able to get it through your local library. Woodcraft in Woburn will have a copy and all the turning tools...

Forum: Plug Building - Got Wood?

08-20-2004, 06:44 AM

Replies: 41

Hi. My name is Mike. I spin wood.

Views: 5,757

Posted By backcast

Good point about the square ends. I assume you...

Good point about the square ends. I assume you are cutting the slot before drilling the through hole?

Forum: Plug Building - Got Wood?

08-19-2004, 09:21 PM

Replies: 41

Hi. My name is Mike. I spin wood.

Views: 5,757

Posted By backcast

MikeT, just thought I would add my two cents. I...

MikeT, just thought I would add my two cents. I have turned wood for many years. I would buy a good book before buying anything else. A good book should discuss the uses of all the different...

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