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I have not been on the forum for some time. I have been focused on carving canes and walking stick. I have done little other than cutting out small objects on the band saw I and sanding I have not used the SS a lot. My shop area is small and space has become an issue. I have been thinking about shorting the tubes on my 520 to gain floor space. But I want to still use my saw and one table exception. Is there a recommended length which works well? I am thinking taking off 16” to 18.”Any suggestions would be helpful. I was on the forum for some time buti could not signe in with my old name and pass word. These are some of my sticks and toppers.

I have no comment on cutting the tubes, but I will say that those walking sticks are absolutely beautiful!

FIRST - the sticks are fantastic works of art and a certain indicator of yours skills as a craftsman and artist.

As for cutting the tubes - I removed 16" and have been quite pleased. However, if you intend to retain the full functionality without frustration, I suggest that you not remove more than 15".

I keep the belt sander mounted at one end of the shorty and frequently change to drill press mode. At 16", I find that I occasionally have to move the headstock and remove the drill chuck in order to transition from horizontal to vertical. That 1" would give me clearance so that I never again had that problem. Unfortunately, .......

Thank you

Thank you dusty. That is helpful.

These are some of my other carvings. I use the SS in some form in most all the work I do.

Impressive!

Dansmith wrote:Impressive!

That word is inadequate!!!

I remember your posts in the previous 'life' on this forum.

Your talent would put Mary to shame!!!

Thank you Dansmith and JPG.

Dusty,

What method did you use to cut/shorten the tubes? I have a single extra tube I would like to cut in half to make a lathe extension for my 10er. I do not have a metal cutting bandsaw, but I do have a sawzall reciprocating saw and an angle grinder...or...elbow grease...
I'd appreciate your seasoned opinion, and anyone else's too!

Thanks,
jeff