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  1. JMcanoe

    Worksharp 3000 questions

    I've acquired a Worksharp 3000 and have some questions for those of you familiar with this sharpening tool. It came with the wide blade platform and jig, 3 glass disks, the leather pad stropping disk, and an assortment of Klingspor paper adhesive backed sanding disks (5 each of 5 different grits...
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    Bosch repair service in Triangle area?

    I have a 4x24 Bosch belt sander that won't start. Replacing brushes didn't help. I opened the handle and power is getting to the switch, and power gets past the switch when it is turned on. Drive belt turns freely, but not too freely. However, the motor doesn't come on when the switch is...
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    Wooden boat restoration

    Very interesting compilation video of wooden boat restoration in Norway.
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    Cleaning tap and dies

    I picked up an assortment of tap and dies as part of an auction purchase. Many of them need to have a mix of oil and crud cleaned off, but thankfully no rust. I'm considering using mineral spirits, brake cleaner or liquid wrench penetrating oil to remove the accumulated gunk. Any recommendations?
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    replacing Workmate tables

    I have a couple of old B&D workmates that need new tables. Each piece is 5"x29"x1". I'll need 4 total and will use the old ones as a template for the holes. I'll also be putting a v-groove on the clamping edge of each. Has anyone else done this? I'm wondering about the best material to use...
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    bandsaw blade welding

    I have a chance to get a good deal on a new Lenox bandsaw blade - but it's 13" longer than what my saw uses. Any recommendations on a place in the Triangle area to get it re-sized and welded? For that matter, if they do good work I would consider shipping to a place in Charlotte or the Triad...
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    Duct fitting for jointer

    My Shop Fox jointer came with a plastic fitting for 4 inch ductwork. I would like to switch this to a fitting for 5 inch duct, not just put a 4 to 5 inch adapter on it. I found an online spiral pipe vendor that would do a rectangular to round offset 20 gage metal fitting. It looks real nice...
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    Lift gate rental

    I've been looking around for a jointer or jointer/planer combo and have seen few on Craigslist that have possibilities. Before I make the purchase I've been contemplating how to get the thing home and unloaded. I have a utility trailer rated for 2000 pounds, but would still need to lift 700...
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    Woodturning exhibit at NCSU

    This is related to the other posting on this forum regarding the Dale Nish demo on Friday, 2/5. You should also take in the exhibit at the Gregg Museum gallery in the Talley Student center - about 2 blocks west of Thompson Hall where the workshop is being held on 2/5. This exhibit will be in...
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    bandsaw blade welding?

    Anyone have a recommendation for a shop in the Triangle area that does high quality bandsaw blade welding at a reasonable price? In particular they should able to work with a carbide blade. Thanks
  11. JMcanoe

    Jet Cabinet saw on Raleigh CL

    Sounds like a good deal for $800 if in decent condition. "3HP Cabinet table saw with Router Extention in good operational condition. A few cosmetic blemishes. Requires 220 to operate. will include a set of Dado blades valued at $100 new" http://raleigh.craigslist.org/tls/663975867.html
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    15" planer in Ahoskie

    From the Norfolk CL but located in Ahoskie, posted 5/1: "15 inch General planer model G1021, excellent condition" for $1000. The model G1021 is actually a Grizzly 15" planer. New, with a spiral cutterhead, the Grizzly G1021X2 costs $1400 plus shipping. Depending on condition and cutterhead...
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    New 10" Woodworker II for $80

    On Charlotte CL. 10" Forrest Woodworker II for $80. 40 tooth, 5/8" arbor, 1/8" kerf. "Brand new." Not mine, no connection. Listed 2/21 http://charlotte.craigslist.org/tls/581432219.html
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    Minimax S45 16" bandsaw

    This one is just a little south of Charlotte for $699. I'm tempted, but ... http://charlotte.craigslist.org/tls/548311146.html
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    Saw Trax panel saw on Roanoke CL

    At $900 it's still significant $, but a new one lists for $1700 at Woodworkers Supply. Might be worth the drive to Roanoke if you want one. Saw is included. Not too big at 5' wide with a 52" crosscut. http://roanoke.craigslist.org/tls/490836774.html
  16. JMcanoe

    Kreg Fence $75 on Raleigh CL

    These list for $137 at Woodworkers Supply, plus $17 for the micro adjust. http://raleigh.craigslist.org/tls/491523736.html
  17. JMcanoe

    Jet cabinet saw w) sliding table & overarm guard

    This looks like a nice set up for $750 if you want to drive up to Charlottesville. http://charlottesville.craigslist.org/tls/398676354.html posted on 8/16 Picture looks like it also includes a router lift in the extension table, in addition to the Excalibur sliding table and overarm guard/dusthood.
  18. JMcanoe

    Unisaw on Raleigh CL

    Decent deal on good looking right tilt Unisaw with unifence for $900 obo. Not mine. http://raleigh.craigslist.org/tls/346309696.html
  19. JMcanoe

    Good deals on Boone CL - 5 hp Unisaw and 6" jointer

    Grizzly 6" jointer for $340 http://boone.craigslist.org/tls/330308003.html 5 hp, single phase Unisaw for $435 , 78" rails great deal if it's in decent shape, looks good in pix http://boone.craigslist.org/tls/330315789.html

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