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I have used transmission fluid in mine for years. Works great. Be sure to clear the air hole with a fine wire. That lets the air pressure equalize with each revolution. It helps keep the oil in the crankcase.

Bob

I am not sure but that part of the Sawdust Session is not working. I have watched the other three just fine.

Bob

Flexible shafts are like Corvair's, "unsafe at any speed". Probably why they are seldom seen anymore.

Bob

Remove the label plate then remove the fill bolt and using a pump oil can pump until it flows back. Just like doing a truck differential.

Bob

I have used transmission fluid in mine for years and it works fine. The biggest problem is the small hole for air pressure equalization. Keep it clear and open. I use standard blades from Ace. I have worn out several leathers that puff the sawdust out of the way.

Bob
Arizona

One more thing, if your ceiling is drywalled then attach with a bicycle hook. Be sure to screw it into a ceiling joist.

Bob

I have done something similiar. I have a 24x24 shop with an open ceiling. I attached a small block and tackle (you can order pulleys from HF and make one) to a ceiling joist. I have a large hook on the lift end that fits over a way tube and with the head locked I can lift everything into the drill p...

Berry,

I am going to answer my own question. I went to the most recent comprehensive index and the plans are in issue no. 70 page 30. Now to the shop for construction.

Bob

Berry,

I want to make those. Do you have the issue no. they appeared in?? I know I have it as I have all issues of WoodSmith and ShopNotes. If you don't recall can you give some basic dimensions.

Bob

Nick, A long time ago my brother gave me two essential computer tools. A computer brick made of foam which you can throw at the screen and a peel and stick panic button. The foam brick only rearranged the dust on the screen and thus I had to clean the thing. The panic button, like the cross walk but...