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I've used Osage Orange to make some wooden planes. From everything I've heard and read, plus personal experience, hedge apple is one of our most stable domestic hardwoods. "Stable" meaning that the wood shrinks/expands very little during changing atmospheric conditions. Stability is very...

Plenty of good info in this thread. I notice that these types of threads tend to have the same types of questions arise on a consistent basis. The typical arrangement for nearly all negative pressure (naturally-aspirated) cartridge respirators is to have an intake port(s) and an exhaust...

That motor could work depending upon operating conditions, but certainly presents some obstacles. The main problem is that it has the open drip-proof enclosure, not the TEFC. Some people come up with rather ingenious methods to have the open enclosure live under dusty conditions, from using...

From the south end of the state, welcome to KD.

Eezox is truly spectacular stuff. For many years I swore by RIG applied with a sheepskin wipe. Always tried the new products as they came out; kept going back to the 'ole RIG. But the RIG didn't perform well for actions; that's why I was always trying other stuff out. You know, the...

http://www.harborfreight.com/power-maintained-foot-switch-96618.html

Every buffing station should have a wheel rake nearby, unless you're well-heeled enough to throw out an otherwise good wheel. To see what one looks like, check out this link: http://www.usaknifemaker.com/metal-rake-and-handle-for-buff-wheels-p-1901.html To use it, you slowly and gently place...

Only three things that can be causing your problem- speed, pressure, and abrasive. All three must be matched to each other for everything to work correctly. You mention that sometimes you get "black residue" on the blades. I'm not there to see the symptoms, but a very common error is...

Several people praise the VFD for its ability to dial from very slow to very fast and have any speed in between. While that is a wonderful feature, let's not forget that entire civilizations have been built using step pulley technology. Look at any older piece of machinery that has a need for...

Self-tapping screws are the type of screw that creates its own thread as you advance (turn) it. For purposes with which we're familiar, they are mostly associated with sheet metal. Take a look at nearly any household appliance. Washer, stove, microwave, etc. Take one of those screws out of a...

Like you said, either option is a good choice. Myself, I would take the step pulleys with the HT oven.

Thanks for the reply. I'm located in southernmost part of state (Evansville). My brother lives in Logansport and works in Lafeyette, and occasionally I have to go to Indy area on business. So I'm somewhat familiar with your general location. Maybe sometime when I get my hectic schedule...

Welcome to KD! In which area of the state are you located? (Always trying to find others close by.)

There are many ways to accomplish this task. Which method you use will usually depend on what types of tools you already possess. It will also depend on the final result you wish to obtain, as each method inevitably has compromises (pros and cons). Something that has worked well for me is a...

Here are a few links that may help. http://www.swagoffroad.com/Porta_band_Product.html http://castboolits.gunloads.com/showthread.php?t=45074 http://www.weldingtipsandtricks.com/portable-bandsaw-stand.html You can get many more ideas by doing a search for "portable band saw table"...

http://www.usaknifemaker.com/pulleysheave-3step-4-3-2-diameter-58-or-12-bore-p-695.html http://www.usaknifemaker.com/pulleysheave-4step-5-4-3-2-diameter-58-or-12-bore-p-868.html These are links for both a 3-step and 4-step system.

Yes, 1/2" is more than big enough. The threaded holes are for the adjustment knobs. http://www.usaknifemaker.com/4-bump-knob-polypro-w-comfort-grip-3-dia-p-1400.html http://www.usaknifemaker.com/knob-knurled-threaded-3816-3-long-p-690.html...

I don't do much shopping at HF, but if they do sell taps, I'm sure they will be just fine for your application. Keep in mind that simply because a tap is "high quality" does not mean it is harder to break; any of 'em will break under enough of the wrong pressure. To understand this, remember...

Good call! The plans are very detailed, and should easily provide all the information you need. Simply read them over a few times if there is something you don't immediately understand. If you still have trouble, simply state what step of the process is giving you trouble, and there are lots...

Congrats on the wonderful gift, and Happy Birthday! Sounds like you're one of the lucky ones who definitely has a keeper! Maybe she's being sneaky and trying to find a quicker way to get those new custom kitchen knives.:shush::nothing: