Search found 4 matches

by steveaviscpa
Tue Dec 06, 2011 8:43 am
Forum: Woodworking Tool Review
Topic: Difference Between 20" & 24" Shopsmith Miter Extensions?
Replies: 6
Views: 3203

Difference Between 20" & 24" Shopsmith Miter Extensions?

Please refer to (E) and (F) at the following link:

http://www.shopsmith.com/ownersite/catalog/swd_mitergauge.htm

The 24" extension is $47.40, but the shorter, 20" extension is $59.95. Why is the shorter extension $12.55 more expensive? Other than the "Flip Stop", I don't understand why this one ...
by steveaviscpa
Sat Dec 03, 2011 11:49 pm
Forum: Woodworking Tool Review
Topic: Roller vs. Ball Bearing Stands - Which Is Better?
Replies: 13
Views: 9560

Roller vs. Ball Bearing Stands - Which Is Better?

I've been looking all over the Internet for an answer to this question - but I can't seem to find one.

I'm looking at getting only the Rockler brand of stands (as these seem to be much more sturdier than others). At first glance, it would seem to me that the ball bearing stand would be a much ...
by steveaviscpa
Tue Nov 15, 2011 6:51 pm
Forum: Beginning Woodworking
Topic: Best Accessories For Cutting Plywood On The Shopsmith 520?
Replies: 40
Views: 19458

Thank You For The Response!

Thank you all very much for the time in posting your responses to this forum in regards to my question.

I especially like the post made a few back, with photos of roller stands and an "plywood fence". Kinda makes ya wonder, "Why didn't I think of that?"!

I have found these posts VERY helpful (and ...
by steveaviscpa
Fri Nov 11, 2011 4:09 pm
Forum: Beginning Woodworking
Topic: Best Accessories For Cutting Plywood On The Shopsmith 520?
Replies: 40
Views: 19458

Best Accessories For Cutting Plywood On The Shopsmith 520?

My main question is this: How do most people use their Shopsmith to cut large pieces of plywood?

For example, with 60" x 60" or 48" x 96" plywood, is it possible to cut these large pieces on your Shopsmith? If so, what additional accessories do I need to do so? For example, I'm thinking I have to ...