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by sehast
Mon Aug 02, 2021 10:03 am
Forum: Woodworking Tool Review
Topic: The ProStop Digital Fence System
Replies: 16
Views: 2494

Re: The ProStop Digital Fence System

" do you have to be careful to not apply side pressure to the handle when cutting? " Or apply consistently directed side pressure? I have not noticed any issues but I have not specifically look for any either. When cutting 1" pieces and then measuring them with digital calipers to ze...
by sehast
Sun Aug 01, 2021 2:04 pm
Forum: Woodworking Tool Review
Topic: The ProStop Digital Fence System
Replies: 16
Views: 2494

Re: The ProStop Digital Fence System

Look at the 7:52 mark in the first video. It shows the encoder and scale in very close up detail. The rails can be cut by the user or by the company before shipment. I saw no reason not to let them do it and be responsible for any issues in cutting through the scale.
by sehast
Sun Aug 01, 2021 1:08 pm
Forum: Woodworking Tool Review
Topic: The ProStop Digital Fence System
Replies: 16
Views: 2494

The ProStop Digital Fence System

I have been using the ProStop for a few weeks and now have a good feel for how it preforms. If you are interested have a look at these videos which do a good job reviewing its setup and basic capabilities. I will try not to repeat their content in this review. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q7FhLax...
by sehast
Wed Jul 28, 2021 1:41 pm
Forum: Community
Topic: A Proto-ShopSmith available on CL
Replies: 6
Views: 792

Re: A Proto-ShopSmith available on CL

Heck of a machine for 1931.
by sehast
Sun Jul 25, 2021 10:31 am
Forum: Woodworking Tool Review
Topic: A Fixture Board Strategy for Machining Small Parts
Replies: 18
Views: 3056

Re: A Fixture Board Strategy for Machining Small Parts

Thanks for the kind words Dennis. I will totally support your newsletter.
by sehast
Fri Jul 23, 2021 6:05 pm
Forum: Woodworking Tool Review
Topic: A Fixture Board Strategy for Machining Small Parts
Replies: 18
Views: 3056

Re: A Fixture Board Strategy for Machining Small Parts

I am 'amused' at the reference to today's 'tempered' hardboard compared to yesteryear's tempered 'masonite'. It ain't nowhere as hard! I have found that tempered hardboard that is finished on both sides (smooth) is pretty hard. Much different than the hardboard that is finished on just one side.
by sehast
Fri Jul 23, 2021 12:24 pm
Forum: Woodworking Tool Review
Topic: de sta co look-a-likes?
Replies: 19
Views: 2757

Re: de sta co look-a-likes?

Looking good. Many ways to skin a cat.

Steve
by sehast
Fri Jul 23, 2021 11:59 am
Forum: Woodworking Tool Review
Topic: A Fixture Board Strategy for Machining Small Parts
Replies: 18
Views: 3056

Re: A Fixture Board Strategy for Machining Small Parts

It is time to take a look at some actual clamping techniques using the clamps and stops discussed in the last installment. First is the most basic task of cutting a small work piece to length. For this I establish an accurate known point which I call the primary stop with one of my larger brass stop...
by sehast
Thu Jul 22, 2021 1:19 pm
Forum: Woodworking Tool Review
Topic: A Fixture Board Strategy for Machining Small Parts
Replies: 18
Views: 3056

Re: A Fixture Board Strategy for Machining Small Parts

I used a separate switch so I would not have to power the saw through the vac. I have read that power from the vac constrains the Kapex motor and can lead to problems.
by sehast
Thu Jul 22, 2021 1:13 pm
Forum: Maintenance and Repair
Topic: Prem Caster upgrade fail
Replies: 6
Views: 982

Re: Prem Caster upgrade fail

I agree with asking Shopsmith to do something about this. They are called premium casters for a reason and should be held to a higher standard than the standard ones. Shopsmith probably uses a vender for the casters and may have the ability to ask for a replacement.