My Growth Rings with Scott Markwood

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I support the idea that Jim, and everyone else, has the right to use whatever tools they wish. But one cannot ignore the fact that Youtube is about influence. Shopsmith's long time face of engineering is a serious woodworker and does not use Shopsmith's flagship tools in his own shop. I was surprised, and it causes me to question my own choices. It is a negative influence if it is perceived as one, period. Shopsmith, I would argue, is a company in dire need of positive influence for their products. On Youtube, specifically. But the responsibility is on Shopsmith, not Jim, to change things to achieve that.

I'm not an avid watcher, but if I explore a woodworking video on an influential channel I'd guess there's an 75% chance I'll see a SawStop in it even if a table saw is not used. That is marketing. An implied endorsement on every view. Rockler, Woodpeckers, Festool, the list goes on. And the opposite side of that coin exists. If I see Nick not using a tool today that he perhaps endorsed in a Sawdust Session, I may be somewhat more skeptical of that endorsement because he still clearly does choose to use some Shopsmith tools.

The conical sander is a great example of this. The Shopsmith version of this is, I'm quite certain, far superior to the other guy's. And I have little doubt that Scott's video boosted sales because it is a difficult tool to grasp the use of without video. But I also have little doubt that far more people were influenced to buy the other guy's conical sander because 1) more viewers and subscribers and 2) it "works" on a table saw. That's influence. And they will buy his consumables, which might not be as long lasting due to less square inches of abrasive, excessive speed, difficulty in changing just one side of the abrasive.

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Grr-Ripper vs GrabberPRO vs Delmar Adjustable Multi-Purpose Professional Push Blocks

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My Growth Rings with Scott Markwood

Watch it here: https://youtu.be/tNrqiKErUlk

How does the venerable MicroJig Grr-Ripper hold up against a couple new kids on the (push) block? The new Milescraft GrabberPRO and the Delmar adjustable push blocks are the first of what I have no doubt will be many such products on the market. For an in-depth walk-through of each of these products, check out the video links below.

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Grr-Ripper "Grip-Off" Follow-Up Q&A. Are ANY of the Worth Owning?

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My Growth Rings with Scott Markwood

Watch it here: https://youtu.be/IeJWIJUOeQg

SHOP NOTES: This is the follow-up to an earlier video where we put these three push blocks to the test. If you missed that vid, be sure to catch it here: 🎬 https://youtu.be/tNrqiKErUlk

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New LED Shop Lighting that even Manfred Mann would Love! (Too Obscure?)

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My Growth Rings with Scott Markwood

Watch it here: https://youtu.be/Xv7Y8YG-Vug

SHOP NOTES: After a BUNCH of research I decided to install several "High Bay" LED lights in my new shop space instead of going with my original plan of using traditional linear lighting. I'm fortunate that I have 12' tall ceilings, so that gives the light cone plenty of space to get its elbows out and spread around the space. I misspoke when I said they were 18,000 Lumens though. These are 14,000.

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I just realized that I messed up the edit of the video and failed to include the names of the "Chairman of the Board", who are channel members at the top tier and are folks that I look to for feedback and guidance on the channel. Since I missed them in the end scroll I want to recognize them here:
Albert Treado, Chad Nevels, Kirk Schweighofer, Gathering Splinters, Rick Parker, Tigger-56, Anne McDonley, niel jorgensen, Clyde Renner, bwstrong1, Everett Davis, John Rice, Barringer Training, David Carpenter, drumaganger, Steve Larson, and Lance Farmer. You guys and gals ROCK!

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Here are links to a few of the products I used or discussed in this video:
🟢 These are the 100Watt 14,000 Lumen HYPERLITE high bay lights that I installed: https://amzn.to/3533pJy They have MUCH brighter lights available if you have taller ceilings and cooler 5000k versions if you prefer to squint in your shop!

Visit http://www.MyGrowthRings.com
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A few viewers have requested I provide affiliate links to help them find the products I use and as a way of supporting the channel through commission. If you purchase a product or service with the links I provide, there is no additional charge to you. I always recommend shopping around for a better price. Thank you for supporting My Growth Rings! Scott

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STUMPED? Q&A: You can Lead a Horse to Water but a Shop Light Must Be LED

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My Growth Rings with Scott Markwood

Watch it here: https://youtu.be/OCxBYabzbNY

SHOP NOTES: This is the follow-up to an earlier video where we installed and discussed some spectacular "LED "High Bay" shop lights. If you missed that vid, be sure to catch it here: 🎬 https://youtu.be/Xv7Y8YG-Vug

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Here are links to a few of the products I used or discussed in this video:
🟢 These are the 100Watt 14,000 Lumen HYPERLITE high bay lights that I installed: https://amzn.to/3533pJy They have MUCH brighter lights available if you have taller ceilings and cooler 5000k versions if you prefer to squint in your shop!

Visit http://www.MyGrowthRings.com
Follow on Instagram @MyGrowthRings
I also blog at http://www.tool-hunter.com/shopsmith-...
and http://shopsmith-tool-hunter.blogspot...

A few viewers have requested I provide affiliate links to help them find the products I use and as a way of supporting the channel through commission. If you purchase a product or service with the links I provide, there is no additional charge to you. I always recommend shopping around for a better price. Thank you for supporting My Growth Rings! Scott

#HighBayLEDs #LEDShopLights #HYPERLITE
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A “Real” Mini-Lathe for $150? Is the WEN 8" X 12" Lathe Right For You?

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My Growth Rings with Scott Markwood

Watch it here: https://youtu.be/LnyFLElvzqc

SHOP NOTES: Our oldest grandson wants to learn how to turn, but his family has ZERO storage space, so after much research, I purchased the new WEN 8" X 12" mini lathe for him and our other 7 grandkids to learn on. This video is a bit of a departure from the "norm", but if you happen to have any interest in acquiring a small lathe for pen turning or other small turning projects this one might be worth considering. In this video, we'll unbox it (I know how much you all LOVE a good unboxing!) and walk through everything you'll need to know to speak intelligently as you get into this wonderful hobby. As for learning to turn, I've already posted another video on that subject that will get you started, and let's face it, Youtube is replete with loads of them!

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Your Shopsmith has a Weak Link!!! (And what to do about it)

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My Growth Rings with Scott Markwood

Watch it here: https://youtu.be/UJPvct3RddU

SHOP NOTES: That's right, your Shopsmith tools have a weak link, and there's something you can do about it.

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Here are links to a few of the products I used or discussed in this video:
🟢 My favorite 9" long T-handle "Shopsmith Toolbox" 5/32" Hex Wrench: https://amzn.to/3sm3NcJ
🟢 Shopsmith "Help Kit": https://www.shopsmith.com/ownersite/c...
🟢 Stainless Steel replacement set screws for your Shopsmith Mark V: https://amzn.to/3gtafKR NOTE that these SS set screws have CUPPED tips, so they will need to be flattened.
💾 This is the EXCELLENT set screw chart that I suggest you download. Note that this was originally shared on the SS Forums: http://shopsmith.com/ss_forum/downloa...
💾 Another great download from the Shopsmith Forum was created by long-time contributor "Dusty" and covers what Shopsmith tools the set screws in the Help Kit don't fit! download/...

Visit http://www.MyGrowthRings.com
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A few viewers have requested I provide affiliate links to help them find the products I use and as a way of supporting the channel through commission. If you purchase a product or service with the links I provide, there is no additional charge to you. I always recommend shopping around for a better price. Thank you for supporting My Growth Rings! Scott

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Re: My Growth Rings with Scott Markwood

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Hi Scott, a little late to bring these points up but I just got caught up with the videos. I didn't notice any mention of the set screw problem with PowerPro heads. Detailed here in the Shopsmith wiki there is a problem with the motor pulley set screw coming loose, and another one on the fan.

While it's not a Shopsmith product I've found the tiny set screws on the bandsaw Carter guides tend to loosen and I'm pretty sure you mentioned that in a video.
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Re: My Growth Rings with Scott Markwood

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edma194 wrote: Tue Mar 01, 2022 12:58 pm Hi Scott, a little late to bring these points up but I just got caught up with the videos. I didn't notice any mention of the set screw problem with PowerPro heads. Detailed here in the Shopsmith wiki there is a problem with the motor pulley set screw coming loose, and another one on the fan.

While it's not a Shopsmith product I've found the tiny set screws on the bandsaw Carter guides tend to loosen and I'm pretty sure you mentioned that in a video.
Thanks for adding that, Ed. There are a number of differences between the mechanical Mark V headstock and the PowerPro that make my set screw video and today's video on the quill return spring that I chose to gloss over! For example, I showed how to catch the special washer that falls into the depths of the headstock when removing the pinion shaft on the Mark V, but that method doesn't work with either a PowerPro or even an "A" headstock that doesn't have the access hole on the back. There are just too many differences between such similar machines! The tip about using blue Loctite is a great one. Scott
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Q&A Follow-up to "Your Shopsmith has a Weak Link!!! (And what to do about it)"

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My Growth Rings with Scott Markwood

Watch it here: https://youtu.be/uwTqTDwvxrw

✅ SHOP NOTES: This is the follow-up to an earlier video to talk about the Questions, Comments, and Cheap-shots that came from our discussion about the lowly, yet essential set screw. If you missed that vid, be sure to catch it here: 🎬 https://youtu.be/UJPvct3RddU and don't forget the downloads!

🔴 Please note that this video will remain visible for roughly ONE WEEK, and at which point it will become Member-Only. Please consider joining the 100+ other channel members in supporting the channel and get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGsm...

💡 Here's an idea: If you aren't ready or able to join the channel, you can always support the channel by watching, clicking the thumbs-up, commenting, sharing, and by clicking through the provided links whenever you are shopping on Amazon or eBay. You don't even need to purchase the items these links lead to, but by going through these links they'll reward us with a small "finders fee". Thanks in advance for the support!

Here are links to a few of the products I used or discussed in this video:
🟢 My favorite 9" long T-handle "Shopsmith Toolbox" 5/32" Hex Wrench: https://amzn.to/3sm3NcJ
🟢 Shopsmith "Help Kit": https://www.shopsmith.com/ownersite/c...
🟢 Stainless Steel replacement set screws for your Shopsmith Mark V: https://amzn.to/3gtafKR NOTE that these SS set screws have CUPPED tips, so they will need to be flattened.

Visit http://www.MyGrowthRings.com
Follow on Instagram @MyGrowthRings
I also blog at http://www.tool-hunter.com/shopsmith-...
and http://shopsmith-tool-hunter.blogspot...

A few viewers have requested I provide affiliate links to help them find the products I use and as a way of supporting the channel through commission. If you purchase a product or service with the links I provide, there is no additional charge to you. I always recommend shopping around for a better price. Thank you for supporting My Growth Rings! Scott

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