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    Disk Grinder - how to true the wheel?

    I just got a bi-directional lap wheel/disk grinder set up but as the guy had to ship it the aluminum disk needs to be mounted. I figured it would be fairly simple however I've tried a couple times and I'm having a helluva time getting the disk perpendicular to the shaft so there is not a...
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    Tumblers - where to buy in Canada

    Hey guys - been reading about tumblers and I really like the stonewashed finish they produce. While I know Harbor Freight sells one I have not had any luck finding a supplier in Canada for the tumbers themselves or the ceramic media. Given the size/weight of these I'd rather not have to ship...
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    Mixed opinions - what size motor for 2x72 grinder

    Hey everybody - I've researched this until I'm blue in the face and I'm no further ahead and more confused than when I started. I'm gearing up for a NWG build and have everything except the motor. Here's the age old question - how big of motor do I really need??? Many say 1.5 min or 2HP and...
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    African Blackwood

    I have about a dozen pieces of handle sized African Blackwood and I'm just wondering if anybody knows how it is to work with. I know stuff like cocobolo you have to take some pretty major safety precautions with. Aside from the typical eye wear and dust mask is there any other concerns with...
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    Hi from Canada!

    Hey all - new dog here. Just registered. I"m a regular on most other knife-related forums under the same name and have been for the past 5-6 years - mostly just collecting/buying/selling. I'm a life-long knife nut and finally took a weekend knife making course from a local guy about 4 1/2...
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