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by easterngray
Thu Oct 11, 2012 7:00 am
Forum: Beginning Woodworking
Topic: How to nail...without damaging wood?
Replies: 16
Views: 5574

That's a good looking table Morgan, nice job!
by easterngray
Tue Oct 02, 2012 6:28 pm
Forum: Beginning Woodworking
Topic: First Shopsmith
Replies: 14
Views: 5240

I also say "Amen and Amen" to Tom's posts. Right on Tom.
by easterngray
Sun Sep 30, 2012 3:18 pm
Forum: Beginning Woodworking
Topic: Drill Press Vise for a Mark V model 500
Replies: 22
Views: 9901

Marc I bought one of the models from Grizzly. They are available in a number of sizes. http://cdn0.grizzly.com/pics/jpeg500/g/g5752.jpg Grizzly Drill Press Vise Shopsmith sells a very nice one... http://www.shopsmith.com/ownersite/catalog/images/drill_press_bench_vise_ol2_l.jpg Shopsmith Drill Press...
by easterngray
Thu Sep 27, 2012 8:49 pm
Forum: Community
Topic: You Gotta Be Wise
Replies: 10
Views: 2434

Hats off to you Oldc6, that rack is great. I have a place in Maine that is off the grid, so batteries are a big part of life. I will have to make one of those dandy battery holders. Thanks! Alec
by easterngray
Tue Sep 11, 2012 6:29 pm
Forum: General Woodworking
Topic: today in my shop (spt storage project)
Replies: 23
Views: 16266

Ed those are really nice; and really nicely built! Great job. Alec
by easterngray
Mon Sep 10, 2012 8:03 pm
Forum: Maintenance and Repair
Topic: Looking for instructions: 555435 Conical Sanding disc.
Replies: 27
Views: 5482

Check out this threadfor my use of the CSD on raised panels I made. In that application I had the table at a much steeper angle, as you'll see. It's a great tool. Alec
by easterngray
Mon Sep 10, 2012 7:52 pm
Forum: General Woodworking
Topic: I finally have my shop organized
Replies: 10
Views: 2705

Thom that shop is dandy. Nice job! I really like your assembly table and would like to know more about it. Did you build it from plans? What sort of clamps is it equipped with? It looks really nice. Have fun and work safe! Alec
by easterngray
Sun Sep 09, 2012 3:52 pm
Forum: General Woodworking
Topic: What should I do HELP ME
Replies: 8
Views: 2205

My opinion: If you purchased all that gear for the asking price, you certainly would be getting more than your money's worth and there would be no reason for regret. That said; with patience, you may find a cheaper equivalent, but it may take a very long time, especially since this one is a 520 . Th...
by easterngray
Wed Sep 05, 2012 5:36 pm
Forum: Woodworking Tool Review
Topic: DC-3300 and two port lower guard on 500
Replies: 3
Views: 1568

That's the setup I have. I keep one port covered and have the hose attached to the back port. Works pretty well - doesn't get it all of course, but I'm pleased with it. Alec
by easterngray
Mon Sep 03, 2012 8:39 pm
Forum: Community
Topic: PTWFE Jig challange
Replies: 35
Views: 16782

Hello Big E! Just noticed your response to this thread - GREAT STUFF!! I especially like your job on the blade tote - I always admired that one. Still haven't gotten to my box joint jig... fishing this summer took priority!! Keep those cool PTWFE jigs coming! Alec