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  1. D

    Need Assistance

    Now that the exterior on my 16x40 shop is almost complete (siding and roofing shingles this weekend) I need recommendations on what to use/do for the following: Insulation - walls and overhead (2x4 studs /OSB walls) R-factor, what kind etc Lighting - how many, what kind, manufacturer...
  2. JackLeg

    Assistance Please!

    We have a fellow woodworker located in California, who is searching for cypress or another suitable wood to build "Jake's Chair." Here is where he's located. Hopefully some of you can suggest where he might find cypress or another suitable wood. I'm in Alta Loma, So. Calif. ZIP 91701...
  3. Leviblue

    Need Assistance - Delta Lathe Live End

    I need this groups assistance. I have a Delta Midi (Mini) Lathe that has a live tail end that is not spinning freely. I believe a bearing has gone out due to the LOUD squeal that comes from it sometimes. Where would I find a replacement/ upgrade to the original? :notworthy:
  4. LeftyTom

    Adult Assistance: Pipe Clamps

    So I am going to need some pipe clamps for my next project. Stopped by the local hardware store and found 3/4" Pony clamps for $12.99. I got the one on the shelf, and had them order me 4 more. Also had them order me three 10' sections of 3/4" black iron pipe, threaded on both ends ($13 each)...
  5. ACobra289

    Need wood or assistance in Winston.

    Hello everyone. I am looking for some reasonably priced poplar or clear pine to use for a wainscoting project in my dining room. I need S4S as I do not have any way to mill rough the lumber. Does anyone have any for sale or recommend a place to buy it? I don’t know the final amount that I...
  6. S

    Request for Assistance: South Wake Co.--Sharpening tutor

    I would like to know if anyone in the South Wake County area would volunteer an hour or so of tutoring help THIS WEEKEND in the use of a standard bench grinder and a wolverine-style jig... a homemade jig would be MUCH preferred!! I am planning on making a sharpening jig for my turning chisels...
  7. C

    assistance with Porter Cable 4212 dovetail jig?

    One of my guys had a Porter Cable 4212 dovetail jig that needed a good home and mine was the best he could do... He has no manual but I found it online. I thought the Iliad was a hard read.:icon_scra He said it isn't that hard to use (sure for someone that knows how) but his ex-father in law...
  8. buildintechie

    Shop Layout Assistance Requested

    Hello all- I was wondering if I could get some suggestions on shop layout. My shop currently is 12x12, and I'm in the process of adding the 4x12 section as indicated on the plans below. The two rooms will not be accessible, since the shot is 2' off the ground, and the new 4x12 part is on a...
  9. J

    Band Saw Assistance with Resawing

    I'm looking for someone in the Apex area that can help me out resawing a board that is 6 1/2" tall by 30" long. My 14" delta bandsaw can only go to 6 1/4" without the riser block, and a riser block kit is not in the budget currently.
  10. Outa Square

    Stanley 45 Combination Plane - Assistance

    I just purchased a Stanley 45 off ebay. My intent was to use this as parts or at least i would have some cutters. But in looking at the pictures as i have not received it yet, it appears to be complete. I would like to clean it up and use it. There appears to be some rust; well lots of rust...
  11. woodguy1975

    NCWWer in need of assistance - Bandsaw Move

    eI picking up the new SR600 Meber Saturday (Nov. 1) Morning at 10am from the seller. We are moving it a wopping 1.5 miles if that, but I need an extra set of hands for a few minutes to tilt the saw to get it through the door and into the shop. Monty helped me and my friend Terry last time and...
  12. T

    Assistance with computer stuff, and such...

    Afternoon all, I have been meaning to throw this offer out there for sometime now, but seems time is always so short...Anyhow, now that I have a chance to catch my breath... I do quite a bit of IT stuff, been at it for a very long time.. Currently working as an IT Manager out at NCSU.. So, if...
  13. JackLeg

    Dust Collector Specifying Assistance

    OK, I'm back seeking your assistance and input again on the same topic! My DC "trunk" line run will probably be in the neighborhood of 30' from the DC to the fartherest point, not counting the drop length. My ceiling is 10'. (Yeah, I'm running overhead>) Sooo----, what cfm would you...
  14. mkepke

    Request for assistance - machining pvc fittings

    I need to make a custom male-male pvc union. To do that, I need to machine the stubs on two stock plumbing unions so they fit inside each other. Reduce the OD on one fitting and increase the ID on the other fitting so that they mate for gluing. Is there someone out there with a machine lathe...
  15. JackLeg

    Solar Kiln Assistance

    Anyone know where I can find the roofing material for the solar kiln I am building? Polycarbonate panels seem to be the material of choice for greenhouse applications, but MAN that stuff is expensive!!!:crybaby2: I'm also open to other suggestions (come on Scott, I know you can offer...
  16. JackLeg

    Table Top Assistance

    We are going to build an oak dining table for a friend. The boards are approximately 5 1/2" wide. We/he wants the table top to be close to 5' in diameter. SO, having never glued up anything that big before, and knowing that getting a flat surface is imperative, I'm open to and soliciting any...
  17. T

    Assistance Locating Marine Grade plywood

    Evenng all, I could use some assistance with this. Looking for 3/8"-1/2" thick, 8'-10' long, 3'-4' wide....need to do some rework on the old boat. Would be great if you know a place not too distant a drive frm the Raleigh/Durham area, but it is what it is.... Any assistance greatly...
  18. NCPete

    Need NCWW Express Assistance

    need to move two pieces of equipment between Fayetteville and Charlotte over the nextweek, or so. 1. RAS, from Fayetteville to Robert Arrowwood - Charlotte area. 2. DW 9.6V drill/driver from Jeremy Williams (gotojeremy) to me in Fayetteville. does anyone have any ideas???? (missed...
  19. T

    Assistance with Bench Dog holes??

    Evening, I finally decided I need to put these in my bench., seems the more I do, it would really come in handy... Could use some guidance/suggestions on: How many How far apart, in from each end, in from the edges Size of holes, suggestioins on what you have found works best. Also...
  20. Arcrist

    Lowes Assistance

    So i called up lowes just now to see if they had my 12" planer. I get this chick who answers the phone "Mam?" , uh "Sir?" i said. Me: Do you have the delta 12" planer in stock? Her: Whats a planer look like? Me: Uh...Its got two black sides with a tray on the bottom and has the three blue...

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