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Author: Warren Dufrene

Powered Head Respirator
Reference, Tips & Techniques

Powered Head Respirator

Mar 8, 2023 No Comments

Several members discussed their respiratory problems when working in the shop with certain types of wood. Wood dust affects everyone in different ways and one of the best ways I protect my lungs is by using Peke Safety’s Power Active …

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DIY Longworth chuck & several turned bowls
Member's Project, Shop Tip

DIY Longworth chuck & several turned bowls

Sep 2, 2019 No Comments Tagged with Show 'n' Tell
Shop-Made Router Sled
Member's Project

Shop-Made Router Sled

May 11, 2019 No Comments Tagged with Jig, Router

For my last project, I needed to route out a large section at a even depth, so it finally made me make a sled to accomplish this task. The base is made from 3/4″ luan plywood. I first traced the …

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Reviving Old Rulers
Quick Tip

Reviving Old Rulers

Apr 17, 2019 No Comments Tagged with Show 'n' Tell

Old rulers with etched markings could be revived in a 3 simple steps: Clean dirt and rust off with Scotchbright pad and WD40 or CLR calcium, lime, and rust remover. Paint over the etched markings (enamel paint). Make sure to …

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Rack for Turning Tools
Member's Project, Shop Tip

Rack for Turning Tools

Feb 17, 2019 No Comments Tagged with Shop Project, Turning Tool Rack

I am getting into turning lately and built up a good selection of turning tools in my shop. To organize and make the tools easily reachable while turning, I created this 44-3/4″-wide tool rack on the wall right behind my …

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Economical Alternative for Scroll Chuck Wrench
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Shop Tip

Economical Alternative for Scroll Chuck Wrench

Feb 13, 2019 No Comments Tagged with Lathe, scroll chuck, Show 'n' Tell

To mount/release a NOVA scroll chuck from lathe spindle, you need a 1-1/2″ crescent wrench. These wrenches are expensive if you purchase one from woodworking/woodturning stores. I found a cheaper alternative… in an automotive section of a discount store. One …

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Campfire Roasting Forks / Router Table Dust Collection Hood
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Member's Project

Campfire Roasting Forks / Router Table Dust Collection Hood

Jan 10, 2019 No Comments Tagged with shop, Show 'n' Tell, turning

Turned handles for campfire roasting forks. From left to right: Cypress, Maple, Maple & Walnut, and Cypress. Dust collection hood for router table. To be tested and refined.

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