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by sapperpete
Wed Apr 23, 2014 4:01 pm
Forum: Woodworking Tool Review
Topic: Shopsmith Band Saw Kreg Fence System
Replies: 10
Views: 5716

Ben,

Thanks for the post! I do have the new alluminum table, so I believe this fence would fit just fine. I have only had my Shopsmith for about 4 months and am not sure how much I will end up using the fence. Although, I'm sure that I could find uses for it if I had it. I think I may pass this ...
by sapperpete
Wed Apr 23, 2014 8:31 am
Forum: Woodworking Tool Review
Topic: Shopsmith Band Saw Kreg Fence System
Replies: 10
Views: 5716

Shopsmith Band Saw Kreg Fence System

I am considering making this purchase while Shopsmith has them on special. I am undecided as of right now and am looking for some experience and advice.

Is this worth the investment? What are the pros and cons? I am relatively new to woodworking and Shopsmith. Any advise is appreciated ...
by sapperpete
Wed Feb 26, 2014 8:54 am
Forum: Woodworking Tool Review
Topic: Mark 7 voltage plug
Replies: 21
Views: 11067

When I purchased my Mark 7, I had to run new power in my shop (garage). My garage only had one outlet installed. I added a new 110V circuit and a 220V circuit for the Mark 7 since I was running new circuits anyway. To convert the Mark 7 to 220V, I cut approximately 6-8 inches off the end of the cord ...
by sapperpete
Fri Jan 03, 2014 11:28 am
Forum: Woodworking Tool Review
Topic: Seeking Advice... to become a Shopsmith owner
Replies: 30
Views: 16591

Thank you everyone for the advise. I decided to order the Mark 7 and picked it up in Dayton when I was visiting family. I am wiring up my garage and will install it this weekend. I am pretty excited as I suppose most are. I was not able to see the demo, but contacted the demonstrator and received ...
by sapperpete
Wed Dec 04, 2013 5:39 pm
Forum: Woodworking Tool Review
Topic: Seeking Advice... to become a Shopsmith owner
Replies: 30
Views: 16591

I would like a new one, but am trying to justify spending the money. I am located near Huntsville, AL. I am still looking through all the information suggested as there is a lot to read and to watch. Great job by everyone in the SS community by providing great information and experience. I have seen ...
by sapperpete
Tue Dec 03, 2013 9:33 pm
Forum: Woodworking Tool Review
Topic: Seeking Advice... to become a Shopsmith owner
Replies: 30
Views: 16591

Thanks to everyone for the advise. I am still trying to decide on new or used. ...the great debate...
by sapperpete
Mon Dec 02, 2013 12:00 pm
Forum: Woodworking Tool Review
Topic: Seeking Advice... to become a Shopsmith owner
Replies: 30
Views: 16591

Seeking Advice... to become a Shopsmith owner

I have been interested in woodworking since I was a kid. I have worked with several family members in various woodworking projects growing up and have used borrowed equipment to complete my own projects. I have moved away from family and my dad wants his stuff back... so I need equipment of my own ...