https://www.alabamawoodworker.com/projects-1 daily 0.75 2020-06-17 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1560831079129-GCZ2ASQQCUT8Q2TKXE2B/HHH_6663.jpg Projects https://www.alabamawoodworker.com/projects-1/2020/6/17/cnc-table-build monthly 0.5 2020-06-17 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1592424905955-ZDT6CLZGDXUVAFFLVU2E/Image92.jpg Projects - Welded Steel Base for CNC Machine The steel flat bar is welded to the end of the steel tubing. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1592428623018-8GJJCRV2UPYUTC36OUBU/HHH_3547.jpg Projects - Welded Steel Base for CNC Machine https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1592428920651-BEB2UO506UBL29SAA5IU/Image99.jpg Projects - Welded Steel Base for CNC Machine The steel table base received a coat of black spray paint to protect it from rust. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1592424726194-YAM6H02B1Y50T7SNRC3L/HHH_5485.jpg Projects - Welded Steel Base for CNC Machine The Diablo metal cutting blade comes with three bushings to fit on a multitude of circular saws. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1592426038786-8MLYUFHAD5HB4NKDDZA7/Image95.jpg Projects - Welded Steel Base for CNC Machine https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1592428648558-BJ2FKNU62O0V3H9GQENK/Image96.jpg Projects - Welded Steel Base for CNC Machine After the end caps are threaded and tapped, they were welded to bottom of the legs. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1592424957999-2YQBDLGT427F2WNJ683K/HHH_3505.jpg Projects - Welded Steel Base for CNC Machine The AvantiPRO metal cutting wheel is compatible with most corded and cordless angle grinders. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1592428985802-JO96VYK35N7LI2E9W34T/Image101.jpg Projects - Welded Steel Base for CNC Machine The welded steel table will be a solid, level table to support my new 4’x4’ CNC machine. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1592425008123-YS0OF1HGPZRIN4XHU2MN/Image93.jpg Projects - Welded Steel Base for CNC Machine The AvantiPRO metal cutting wheel trims up the end caps to the steel tubing. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1592428709513-5T66OM8IOZEG1821XES2/Image97.jpg Projects - Welded Steel Base for CNC Machine After the welding was complete, I used an 80-grit flap wheel on my angle grinder to clean up the welds. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1592417292438-I25R7Q2WF6JJZGNUSHKC/HHH_3212.jpg Projects - Welded Steel Base for CNC Machine I first broke down a full sheet of OSB with a track saw. This made the OSB more manageable, where I can cut the sheet down more precisely at the table saw. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1592425887581-WBZKEK6M51IHFRS6AEDY/HHH_3553.jpg Projects - Welded Steel Base for CNC Machine I tried my hand at welding. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1592425777849-3I8C0B4C7OQGNTZ73V5C/HHH_3541.jpg Projects - Welded Steel Base for CNC Machine David showed me how to weld with Lincoln model SP-175 Plus MIG welder. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1592428846876-JYA148ZR4KLU9RD8W9WJ/Image98.jpg Projects - Welded Steel Base for CNC Machine I then cleaned up all the steel before applying a coat black spray paint. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1592422111420-RBDOU89MU3V5I8GLJWBO/HHH_3319.jpg Projects - Welded Steel Base for CNC Machine The pieces of the welding jig structure are first glued and brad nailed to tack the pieces together. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1592422382811-DEHYRPR95K23ADWB7UDP/HHH_3349.jpg Projects - Welded Steel Base for CNC Machine The butt joints are reinforced with torx head construction screws. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1592428956446-JUCD35VCXNRMC87CY7L7/Image100.jpg Projects - Welded Steel Base for CNC Machine Finally, I attached the level foot caster. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1592424794403-XFRPOYKCOQ279YH02ETM/HHH_5541.jpg Projects - Welded Steel Base for CNC Machine The Diablo metal cutting blade mounted on my Milwaukee circular saw. I used this to cut 1/8” thick flat steel bar. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1592425427853-NV6GGLK8PKNLYNIJSGKA/HHH_3540.jpg Projects - Welded Steel Base for CNC Machine The welding jig structure holds the steel tubing in place as each piece is welding into place. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1592413323032-1QUE5DMZIIDL1OJIRND1/HHH_3553.jpg Projects - Welded Steel Base for CNC Machine Building a welded steel base for a 4’x4’ CNC spindle machine. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1592422540429-8KXIA9LLWQUSLH17DXL9/OSB+Jig.jpg Projects - Welded Steel Base for CNC Machine OSB strapping is glued and brad nailed to the inside of the welding jig structure to reference and locate the two middle cross-supports. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1592422692828-PRUDWL6ASAX5NMK6L31D/HHH_3376.jpg Projects - Welded Steel Base for CNC Machine The completed welding jig structure holds the steel tubing in place while it’s being welded. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1592421972344-FMOMN71VTP4AGIQY6PEV/HHH_3245.jpg Projects - Welded Steel Base for CNC Machine Making final cuts on the table saw. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1592425960246-ENJKPEQ5H826HK0ARIX8/Image94.jpg Projects - Welded Steel Base for CNC Machine The legs of the steel table were capped with a piece of 3” square flat bar. https://www.alabamawoodworker.com/projects-1/2020/1/12/using-a-branding-iron monthly 0.5 2020-01-13 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1578883689269-L0B7XHLE81U3E28BR9FS/HHH_2976.jpg Projects - Using a Branding Iron If you get an underburn and using a drill press, you can reapply the iron so long as you haven’t moved your workpiece. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1578883802771-M89T1HW100Y2Y7PA1X72/HHH_2980.jpg Projects - Using a Branding Iron A properly applied brand will give you a clear logo that will remain on your workpiece for life. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1578883158754-1JHOJX4HEIH6DCK59N0W/HHH_2835.jpg Projects - Using a Branding Iron Using a Bernzomatic Torch Kit as a heat source. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1578883586119-S5UMF1K1SK0PG3ACPWEI/HHH_2978.jpg Projects - Using a Branding Iron If the iron is too hot, or applied for too long, you’ll get an overburn. You can try to fix this problem by sanding to clean up the excess burning. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1578883430959-NYQ0HA1S2YPWSXSWMGJQ/HHH_2924.jpg Projects - Using a Branding Iron Using the drill gives me great results and ensures that I don’t create an uneven brand. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1578883216136-PZZT9AEM2DZ77LKX6TR8/HHH_2897.jpg Projects - Using a Branding Iron To apply even pressure across the entire logo, I chuck my branding iron into my drill press. My branding iron actually came with a handle but I am unable to apply even pressure using the included handle. Once the iron is chucked into my drill press, I’ll use my torch to heat up the iron. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1578865756662-85ZYOB0AF58AVWSUMI61/HHH_2867.jpg Projects - Using a Branding Iron I’ve started using a branding iron with my logo to mark my work. Here are some things I’ve learning that may help you if you’ve thought about using a branding iron. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1578883490424-7WCGOR2EGQN7GHYZ4TJ5/HHH_2977.jpg Projects - Using a Branding Iron Here’s an example of an uneven brand. I you are using a drill press, you’ll need to adjust your iron, the chuck setup, or your drill press table. https://www.alabamawoodworker.com/projects-1/2020/1/10/routing-mortises-for-drop-leaf-hinges monthly 0.5 2020-01-13 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1578702433996-32G3UJRGY1W0IDJRAGXP/Image80.jpg Projects - Routing Mortises for Drop Leaf Hinges on a Rule Joint I align the setback edge of the template with the setback line marked on the center panel. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1578701010071-OSI0JMCL55UQYU729OL5/Rule+Joint.jpg Projects - Routing Mortises for Drop Leaf Hinges on a Rule Joint The Rockler Drop Leaf Hinges for Shaped Edges allows for the rule joints to rotate past one another. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1578702804810-6LITTHT3TWAASWUJZJQR/Image82.jpg Projects - Routing Mortises for Drop Leaf Hinges on a Rule Joint I’m using a 3/8” mortising bit inside of a 1/2” guide bushing to route the knuckle. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1578703966675-J3O6QKMJEQJDG6I9JRIS/Image89.jpg Projects - Routing Mortises for Drop Leaf Hinges on a Rule Joint The result is a perfect fitting hinge. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1578700265352-ZEGHXVOFU97MKY92TMV4/HHH_1954.jpg Projects - Routing Mortises for Drop Leaf Hinges on a Rule Joint The mortises for drop leaf hinges requires a single template and spacer for the leaves and barrel of the hinge. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1578702910084-56079T1PB9M1Z506K4IB/Image83.jpg Projects - Routing Mortises for Drop Leaf Hinges on a Rule Joint I route the knuckle mortise 3/16” deep making sure to follow the edge of the knuckle spacer. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1578702996221-EID7B8RYY4C603JWQ0GY/Image84.jpg Projects - Routing Mortises for Drop Leaf Hinges on a Rule Joint This produces a clean mortise for the knuckle that I’ll square up later with chisels. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1578703914645-CMUUHOOOYL7RWOI03DND/Image88.jpg Projects - Routing Mortises for Drop Leaf Hinges on a Rule Joint Once I remove the template, I then square up the hinge knuckle mortise with a chisel. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1578703870107-P4MB13D3M5C55DU7OKIK/Image87.jpg Projects - Routing Mortises for Drop Leaf Hinges on a Rule Joint I then use the template as a guide to square up the edges of the hinge mortises with a chisel. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1578703727019-69YQKOEU8SBF50JCBTFA/Image86.jpg Projects - Routing Mortises for Drop Leaf Hinges on a Rule Joint I use a compact router and short flush trim bit to route the hinge mortise leaves. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1578702559605-MW1Y6N2T6OM8UNFMSBQY/Image81.jpg Projects - Routing Mortises for Drop Leaf Hinges on a Rule Joint I first need to rout for the knuckle mortise. I use a spacer block that fits into the template to locate the knuckle mortise. The spacer is 1-9/16” long and it goes against the drop leaf side of the hinge template. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1578701812906-12UFZTITTYJY1YJ7NLJC/Image78.jpg Projects - Routing Mortises for Drop Leaf Hinges on a Rule Joint The template is nothing more than pieces of plywood glued together to create a pocket to match the exact size of the hinge. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1578702384653-S033UIS7HHG92A7BJUG7/Image79.jpg Projects - Routing Mortises for Drop Leaf Hinges on a Rule Joint I use double stick take to attach the template to the table top. This offers plenty of temporary holding power. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1578704639823-I2KVGURXE0CVSBF6648S/Image91.jpg Projects - Routing Mortises for Drop Leaf Hinges on a Rule Joint With the use of a single routing template, I was able to produce the mortises for the drop leaf hinges. The result is a properly functioning drop leaf table. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1578703108681-7TY39QY458711CRRJFXX/Image85.jpg Projects - Routing Mortises for Drop Leaf Hinges on a Rule Joint To mortise for the hinge plate leaves, I use a short flush trim bit set to the depth of the template plus the hinge leaf. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1578704232245-EOQ0SWUFIGU0GX9ZP1TP/Image90.jpg Projects - Routing Mortises for Drop Leaf Hinges on a Rule Joint https://www.alabamawoodworker.com/projects-1/2019/10/25/milling-lumber-s4s monthly 0.5 2020-01-10 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1571981751759-G10WZ6AAGIEHN6OTRHZZ/Image70.jpg Projects - Milling Lumber S4S Milling lumber S4S (surfaced 4 sides) is the first step to producing great furniture https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1571983324770-2L7BBPC7MRYQBQ6S3JJ7/Image74.jpg Projects - Milling Lumber S4S Cutting to rough width on the bandsaw https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1571984205469-GZQIWI762BJYKCBST97Z/Image77.jpg Projects - Milling Lumber S4S Edge jointing to get a straight and flat reference edge https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1571983011209-PFNFF6CO9Q9HQUWZHUG1/Image72.jpg Projects - Milling Lumber S4S The portable job site miter stand is great to place in an open area for those long and heavy boards https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1571983750369-AQKSWDVMWMPR3JD5NCG3/Image75.jpg Projects - Milling Lumber S4S Face jointing get the face of the board flat https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1571983785973-QHXRTLTI3ZEG0EVFRNZV/Image76.jpg Projects - Milling Lumber S4S Planing is done after face jointing to get two parallel faces. When planing to final thickness, I try to take an equal amount off of both faces. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1571983057951-552I3D0TMYPGIRWSSXG6/Image73.jpg Projects - Milling Lumber S4S The hold down clamp ensures the board doesn’t move while cross cutting https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1571982155650-UQIPQRYL2J2MOUD97DM1/Image71.jpg Projects - Milling Lumber S4S Laying out the rough dimensions of my furniture pieces https://www.alabamawoodworker.com/projects-1/2019/10/25/draw-boring-tenons monthly 0.5 2019-10-25 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1571980061977-TYDN64JP50WQ1CDRET89/Image56.jpg Projects - Draw Boring Tenons Rough cutting some straight grain Walnut https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1571981369746-5CSP21O7J7K7CATQZB2Y/Image67.jpg Projects - Draw Boring Tenons Flush trimming the dowel https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1571980864770-58LG7CSZAIG1Q51SI70L/Image60.jpg Projects - Draw Boring Tenons The location of the holes on the mortise portion of the leg assembly https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1571980988960-5FB6GR4BEEM6NFUTJT07/Image61.jpg Projects - Draw Boring Tenons Using a center punch to locate the center of the hole in the mortise https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1571981083670-W9JVPFVQU4ZT81CDBD6P/Image64.jpg Projects - Draw Boring Tenons Tapering the dowels https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1571981387487-0V6TUIYT6AVME7NEG46W/Image68.jpg Projects - Draw Boring Tenons Planing everything smooth https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1571981345334-RBPS117SXZSKVH7O11J1/Image66.jpg Projects - Draw Boring Tenons Driving the dowel through the offset holes https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1571980583739-5WQKSH99WNTBLMSMU928/Image58.jpg Projects - Draw Boring Tenons Drilling out the dowels on the drill press https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1571980635000-ARD4E790X3T16SKVXNVF/Image59.jpg Projects - Draw Boring Tenons Releasing the dowels by crosscutting at the bandsaw https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1571981042813-DSPM7RJM6U0Q3QXCBUXT/Image63.jpg Projects - Draw Boring Tenons Drilling the offset hole in the tenon https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1571979989692-MF92SIAETDVV08QECI95/Image69.jpg Projects - Draw Boring Tenons Draw boring is an ancient technique of combining the chemical strength of glue with the mechanical strength of an interlocking dowel https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1571980550350-V66DAFUAZ9UD3GV4WO9U/Image57.jpg Projects - Draw Boring Tenons Extra long dowel and plug cutter made by Infinity Cutting Tools https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1571981316004-LAFRQAQ2TVKRBHDDSQU0/Image65.jpg Projects - Draw Boring Tenons Applying liquid hide glue to the mortise and tenon https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1571981412343-RI6BI15Y9DC0NR5JHLAI/Image69.jpg Projects - Draw Boring Tenons A beautiful contrast between Cherry and Walnut https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1571981012445-U4FSRDQ4ZX33EREAQOVN/Image62.jpg Projects - Draw Boring Tenons Offsetting the hole 1/16” towards the shoulder of the tenon https://www.alabamawoodworker.com/projects-1/2019/10/24/multi-curve-edge-treatment monthly 0.5 2019-10-25 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1571977614710-HA4PGSZ2GLFQQH3UIXRG/Image53.jpg Projects - Multi-Curve Edge Treatment Using a template to create a subtle curve to the edges and parabolic curve for the edge treatment https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1571978733633-MZ9MQHL0FI2PMK94HANU/Image50.jpg Projects - Multi-Curve Edge Treatment Roughing out the shape of the curve using a jigsaw https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1571978121053-65INIO84HZLABT7HVLV3/Image45.jpg Projects - Multi-Curve Edge Treatment Using the Makita track saw and dust extractor to square up the table top panel https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1571979089960-3GMK3IO0W44GFHM08QAE/Image52.jpg Projects - Multi-Curve Edge Treatment Using the template as a guide for the router bit https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1571979046613-X4BZIBYQQBNBIT04FHRA/Image51.jpg Projects - Multi-Curve Edge Treatment Whiteside 1480 with a B16 ball bearing and LC-1/2 lock collar https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1571978669387-PIM15513J7JKPQHXIK30/Image48.jpg Projects - Multi-Curve Edge Treatment Tracing out the curve of my template onto the table top. Having square edges makes sure the template is perfectly aligned. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1571979252429-KGR0P7C1VGSENV3W83H6/Image54.jpg Projects - Multi-Curve Edge Treatment Spokeshave quickly removes the sharp edges https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1571979278026-T3QIYMZMIOAEQ6SGP8I7/Image55.jpg Projects - Multi-Curve Edge Treatment Sandpaper with a flexible backer smooths the edges https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1571978432996-FC1VE4BZ0EK8OQ7VIGOK/Image46.jpg Projects - Multi-Curve Edge Treatment Crisp, clean, tear-out free cut with the Makita track saw https://www.alabamawoodworker.com/projects-1/2019/10/24/repairing-exposed-tenons monthly 0.5 2019-10-25 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1571976877483-O0S6KS97H9ZJ28VCTEV2/HHH_8264.jpg Projects - Repairing Exposed Tenons Using my Dremel 4V Rotary Tool to do the rough shaping of the patch https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1571975781890-IT75HIEZF2QS8SZ71913/HHH_8268.jpg Projects - Repairing Exposed Tenons A repair tenon that was gouged by a router bit https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1571976186751-BZFKPTV1WLDKAV2HWU2P/Image44.jpg Projects - Repairing Exposed Tenons The end of the exposed tenon on the trestle table stretcher hitting the router bit https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1571976962747-57RMMOWJ5ARX6F6EM6HT/HHH_8266.jpg Projects - Repairing Exposed Tenons The repair is hardly noticeable https://www.alabamawoodworker.com/projects-1/2019/10/24/making-templates-and-pattern-routing-jigs monthly 0.5 2019-10-28 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1571970349790-3QHEAATCU0RQA24QYV0B/Image31.jpg Projects - Making Templates and Pattern Routing Jigs Using a drawing bow to create curves https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1571970526520-CW9163898KU5EAAMVG2C/HHH_8044.jpg Projects - Making Templates and Pattern Routing Jigs Using a pattern routing jig made from a template https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1572242997353-TR6GZEXKH2YGY66K04M6/HHH_1668.jpg Projects - Making Templates and Pattern Routing Jigs Cutting support blocks for toggle clamps on the Milwaukee 18-volt 10 in. miter saw https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1571970823253-A16F3Y803J8YCVGKTNTD/Image28.jpg Projects - Making Templates and Pattern Routing Jigs Cutting out the template on the bandsaw https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1571974860880-9JL4JACMGGIX9VDUG2G0/Image41.jpg Projects - Making Templates and Pattern Routing Jigs Rouging out the shape on the bandsaw https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1572243069311-Z159WUSAOQCKE4CH6P8A/HHH_7103.jpg Projects - Making Templates and Pattern Routing Jigs Using Milwaukee M18 brad nailer to attach stop blocks and support blocks https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1571973844599-CR5SEKRAFVF79Y987E5B/Image30.jpg Projects - Making Templates and Pattern Routing Jigs Using a spokeshave to smooth out the curve of the template https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1571973981662-XBKHNH3UXOAV37WELGH3/Image36.jpg Projects - Making Templates and Pattern Routing Jigs Pattern routing the template to the pattern routing jig using a top bearing bit in the router table https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1571974299351-ZHHKWYA5G9DFXCMYIJRD/Image37.jpg Projects - Making Templates and Pattern Routing Jigs Attaching toggle clamps to the pattern routing jig by predrilling and driving 1-1/2 inch screws https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1571974480076-5XOC2PJBJF7JOT202C4A/Image39.jpg Projects - Making Templates and Pattern Routing Jigs Pattern routing jigs and templates https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1571974840886-CNCEO7HATRITGNACLWP2/Image40.jpg Projects - Making Templates and Pattern Routing Jigs Tracing out the template https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1571971485260-FTT6NPPJD2Q5ALG9O5WV/HHH_8232.jpg Projects - Making Templates and Pattern Routing Jigs Using low raking light to smooth the curve of the template https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1571974879585-4AVFADCRRHKJHLC8KQBW/Image42.jpg Projects - Making Templates and Pattern Routing Jigs Pattern routing on the router table using a bottom bearing bit https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1571974905602-KCWVZTQHH6KEPT811IY0/Image43.jpg Projects - Making Templates and Pattern Routing Jigs Multiple exact copies can now be produced https://www.alabamawoodworker.com/projects-1/2019/8/5/interior-cloud-lifts-on-chair-legs monthly 0.5 2019-08-05 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1564980363523-D5OCYR57PUQ9TT3KJFN7/Image15-2.jpg Projects - Interior Cloud Lifts on Chair Legs The rasp continued to smooth out the transition from the cloud lift to flat cut made by the table saw. Hand sanding finished this transition. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1564980252993-5N6TXJJ2NNBSB9OR85XC/Image11-2.jpg Projects - Interior Cloud Lifts on Chair Legs I completed this cut on the bandsaw. This was a rough cut and would be refined with a block place, rasp, and sandpaper. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1564979670473-FOODO0IIAZDI8D92INGW/image-asset.jpeg Projects - Interior Cloud Lifts on Chair Legs The cloud lifts seen on the rear legs of chairs I recently made https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1564980155618-9OA1AXIH1M5CZRLFBGGF/Image10-2.jpg Projects - Interior Cloud Lifts on Chair Legs However, I had to make a “stopped cut” and avoid the blade from cutting into the curved portion of the cloud lift. I did this by placing a piece of blue painters tape just ahead of the front of the table saw blade. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1564980455340-IAPDK299VCGWBMV1MRT3/Image14-2.jpg Projects - Interior Cloud Lifts on Chair Legs The completed interior cloud lift should match nicely with the cloud lift on the front face of the rear leg. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1564980757450-8YU74VFLJLGUTWXC8CAE/HHH_6469.jpg Projects - Interior Cloud Lifts on Chair Legs A flexible shaft rotary tool by Ryobi could have made shaping the interior cloud lift much simpler. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1564980310184-5A1LTR5NCFIOES3B1L75/Image19-2.jpg Projects - Interior Cloud Lifts on Chair Legs The block plane smooths the rough cut from the bandsaw to the more precise smother cut from the table saw. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1564980084766-118WWODJPKI870SKQG21/Image9-2.jpg Projects - Interior Cloud Lifts on Chair Legs To make sure the thickness of the top of the rear leg is precise and consistent on all 16 chair legs, I made the initial cut on the table saw. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1564980513446-7T3NSXLI6YTWAWJY3N2M/image-asset.jpeg Projects - Interior Cloud Lifts on Chair Legs The interior cloud lift adds a beautiful detail to an Arts & Crafts style chair. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1564981380081-TCTOYBHV2C819XF9460G/HHH_6507.jpg Projects - Interior Cloud Lifts on Chair Legs The Ryobi rotary tool would have been perfect to shape some fine detail work on the chairs. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1564979983431-S28EVU76TT0FEXARXQAJ/Image8-2.jpg Projects - Interior Cloud Lifts on Chair Legs I first traced the outline of the cloud lift using a 1/4” MDF template. The 1/4” MDF is flexible making it easier to contour the template to the arc of the rear leg as I trace the outline. https://www.alabamawoodworker.com/projects-1/2019/7/14/making-a-dining-chair-seat-insert monthly 0.5 2019-07-15 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1563164856379-ZQR82W58I0GT457YPDZR/Image19.jpg Projects - Making a Dining Chair Seat Insert Tracing the outline of the chair insert template. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1563165424872-MTAEJUPQ6L5TABO9F4ZG/image-asset.jpeg Projects - Making a Dining Chair Seat Insert Adding a 1/8” round over to the 1” relief hole. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1563165152234-KB7ZWR6OIP3AQC096SVG/Image23.jpg Projects - Making a Dining Chair Seat Insert I used a 1/8” round over bit along the bottom edge of the chair insert and a 1/2” round over bit along the top edge of the chair insert. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1563165334322-RLCQN7ABEAZ98ZA7EZLY/Image25.jpg Projects - Making a Dining Chair Seat Insert 1” hole drilled towards the rear of the chair insert to allow air from the 2” upholstery foam to escape. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1563164719068-G90XG6TAZ9S2KR0E6SOK/Image18.jpg Projects - Making a Dining Chair Seat Insert https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1563165031184-XHMAJW1Z11TACSI6PU5R/Image22.jpg Projects - Making a Dining Chair Seat Insert Cutting the final shape on the router table using a pattern router bit. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1563165455801-VZ5ZR7Z480K1BX795K0F/image-asset.jpeg Projects - Making a Dining Chair Seat Insert The chair inserts fit perfectly within the chair rails with about 1/4” relief on all sides to allow space for fabric. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1563165001330-DTGZAMZGVOJDNIFZUO9Z/Image21.jpg Projects - Making a Dining Chair Seat Insert Using double stick tape to temporarily attach the template to the blank. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1563163846057-D471V0ZOIL1JYLY4LT8W/Image17.jpg Projects - Making a Dining Chair Seat Insert The chair inserts are made from 3/4” Birch plywood. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1563165221556-F19MCPM22ZN547T1VJCO/Image24.jpg Projects - Making a Dining Chair Seat Insert The bottom round over prevents upholstery fabric from ripping, and the top round helps shape the 2” upholstery foam. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1563164979509-RPC0XSW29EOP21701OFM/Image20.jpg Projects - Making a Dining Chair Seat Insert Rough cut the outline on the bandsaw. https://www.alabamawoodworker.com/projects-1/2019/7/14/making-and-installing-chair-corner-blocks monthly 0.5 2019-07-15 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1563161158619-J12WX2HQMMDS10D31TNT/Image9.jpg Projects - Making and Installing Chair Corner Blocks The drill press fence, stop block, and hand screw clamp helps support the work piece while drilling an angled surface. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1563159959776-WYOI8BGAFKC7HKQ6SFJP/Image1.jpg Projects - Making and Installing Chair Corner Blocks The corner blocks are placed diagonally between chair rails. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1563160790075-BUGZ75PSBS2SYBAZWAPO/Image7.jpg Projects - Making and Installing Chair Corner Blocks I first cut the 45 degree miter on the miter saw. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1563160226033-3YWV8LAWSXZ0N3XOPEJY/Image2.jpg Projects - Making and Installing Chair Corner Blocks Ripping Cherry to rough width. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1563163232999-KIOLR0T7V0XPUT8J7K55/Image16.jpg Projects - Making and Installing Chair Corner Blocks I used the prototype chair insert to test the fit of the corner blocks. I was very happy with the results. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1563162938972-7KYRKVL68ZR1M2M4W8MH/Image13.jpg Projects - Making and Installing Chair Corner Blocks I cut the traced line on the bandsaw. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1563160477378-83LY4MSWP4I5LJKUFFVK/Image4.jpg Projects - Making and Installing Chair Corner Blocks I then joint the edge perpendicular to the flattened face. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1563160545750-SBQQ266R5W4K1AMP58I3/Image6.jpg Projects - Making and Installing Chair Corner Blocks Planing to final thickness (1”) and final width (2-1/2”) https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1563163153028-RTO2D9DBEL884TYA0XTN/Image15.jpg Projects - Making and Installing Chair Corner Blocks Attaching the back corner blocks. The jig and spring clamp establish the height. I used the Ridgid Octane Hammer Drill/Driver and Impact Driver to set the screws to attach the corner blocks. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1563162908633-FPFGURB4GPPMMU3A8F4H/Image12.jpg Projects - Making and Installing Chair Corner Blocks I traced the curve of the back rail. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1563162669652-FOGRHVJZ8RTRQJ1817B0/Image11.jpg Projects - Making and Installing Chair Corner Blocks I pre-drilled and drove the screw in for the corner blocks Using the Ridgid Octane 18V Hammer Drill/Driver and 6-Mode Impact Driver. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1563159724191-5079J8QKUJ842ZT5OR4B/Image5.jpg Projects - Making and Installing Chair Corner Blocks The corner blocks provide rigidity to the chair rails and a platform for the chair insert to sit atop. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1563161440302-5TZOSY7QLTYJKED44YA8/Image10.jpg Projects - Making and Installing Chair Corner Blocks A jig and spring clamp set to the proper height to attach the corner blocks. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1563160852298-B1M3C8DOS7PL9UCNEUWC/Image8.jpg Projects - Making and Installing Chair Corner Blocks I then cut the 53 degree miter on the miter saw. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1563160452891-OPVFKYRXDUVW9LW5R2I7/Image3.jpg Projects - Making and Installing Chair Corner Blocks I first flatten the face. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1563162968474-K7Z1063V4FSCNDTW7F7E/Image14.jpg Projects - Making and Installing Chair Corner Blocks I used the disc sander clean up the bandsaw marks to get a perfect fit. https://www.alabamawoodworker.com/projects-1/category/Shop monthly 0.5 https://www.alabamawoodworker.com/projects-1/category/Cabinets monthly 0.5 https://www.alabamawoodworker.com/projects-1/category/Furniture monthly 0.5 https://www.alabamawoodworker.com/blog-1 daily 0.75 2020-10-31 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1560826717068-5HQNHHGO3RUZWBUAUUFO/HHH_5182-2.jpg Tools https://www.alabamawoodworker.com/blog-1/2020/10/31/husky-industrial-15-drawer-tool-chest-and-cabinet monthly 0.5 2020-11-02 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1604204087471-R9YVAGOWFERARG1A6BHI/HHH_9242.jpg Tools - Husky Industrial 15 Drawer Tool Chest and Cabinet The drawers are plenty deep and wide to organize my wrenches. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1604200059581-KWDWHONGUKMWVU07KO9H/HHH_7424.jpg Tools - Husky Industrial 15 Drawer Tool Chest and Cabinet The rolling tool chest and cabinet comes in two large packages. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1604202199169-JKA6DSEXGND6AWZPR2YZ/2020ProSpective_Husky_HuyHuynh_AlabamaWoodworker_1004925221_4.jpg Tools - Husky Industrial 15 Drawer Tool Chest and Cabinet Tilting the rolling cabinet on its back to install the casters. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1604202820107-K9ZOD7GLG3VQTEXONNT3/2020ProSpective_Husky_HuyHuynh_AlabamaWoodworker_1004925221_6.jpg Tools - Husky Industrial 15 Drawer Tool Chest and Cabinet Fully assembled rolling tool cabinet and tool chest. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1604204329768-6YWM2OYSTD3LXQ9U3441/HHH_9203.jpg Tools - Husky Industrial 15 Drawer Tool Chest and Cabinet The USB-powered magnetic LED light illuminates the top hutch. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1604204209039-F9IH8HWZAYQBHG7N4TMD/HHH_9240.jpg Tools - Husky Industrial 15 Drawer Tool Chest and Cabinet The smaller drawer on the rolling tool cabinet are perfect for my rasps, hammers, mallets, and pliers. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1604201080565-PWFS3VAQW083D2NPLA7P/2020ProSpective_Husky_HuyHuynh_AlabamaWoodworker_1004925221_1.jpg Tools - Husky Industrial 15 Drawer Tool Chest and Cabinet The rolling cabinet was well packaged with plenty padding and straps to secure the contents. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1604204027121-ODHS2TUZIH5C5O32V5AC/2020ProSpective_Husky_HuyHuynh_AlabamaWoodworker_1004925221_9.jpg Tools - Husky Industrial 15 Drawer Tool Chest and Cabinet The till lid opens and closes with gas-assisted struts. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1604204265284-RB0LW9EOS0HY0BVBM0V9/HHH_9239.jpg Tools - Husky Industrial 15 Drawer Tool Chest and Cabinet The lower tall drawers of the rolling tool cabinet house my battery powered hand tools and pneumatic nailers. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1604203913193-RVD97H44ABEYNSG670QH/2020ProSpective_Husky_HuyHuynh_AlabamaWoodworker_1004925221_7.jpg Tools - Husky Industrial 15 Drawer Tool Chest and Cabinet The drawers run along full-extension ball bearing drawer slides with premium drawer liners. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1604204383010-MYO22ZT6EKRXVPO892GS/image-asset.jpeg Tools - Husky Industrial 15 Drawer Tool Chest and Cabinet The 6 electrical outlets and 2 USB ports within the top till allow for charging tools and electrical devises. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1604202295188-OYXNT8YR61U0QEIA1RQM/2020ProSpective_Husky_HuyHuynh_AlabamaWoodworker_1004925221_5.jpg Tools - Husky Industrial 15 Drawer Tool Chest and Cabinet After installing the casters, the handle and bottle opener are installed. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1604200006053-0ERJ23A4XLMTXYYIFEQG/HHH_9262.jpg Tools - Husky Industrial 15 Drawer Tool Chest and Cabinet https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1604202707099-5QKDTGI0UZVIGWFBSN37/2020ProSpective_Husky_HuyHuynh_AlabamaWoodworker_1004925221_3.jpg Tools - Husky Industrial 15 Drawer Tool Chest and Cabinet Unpacking the top tool chest. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1604201391507-1ANZLPRYIB3AR0XGPT1X/HHH_7475.jpg Tools - Husky Industrial 15 Drawer Tool Chest and Cabinet The Husky cabinet and chest came with a minimal amount of hardware making it easy to assemble. https://www.alabamawoodworker.com/blog-1/2020/10/31/compressed-air-to-meet-the-needs-of-a-small-shop monthly 0.5 2022-04-18 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1604170735030-ZFLMZWA66FRBASNYFCJL/HHH_9268.jpg Tools - Taking the Noise Out of Small Shop Air Compressors Using compressed air to power my pneumatic nailers. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1604170900699-AD3SFA9Q31U89LR0P8IB/HHH_9181.jpg Tools - Taking the Noise Out of Small Shop Air Compressors Inflating my lawn tractor tires during the cooler fall season. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1604166378090-PF2KXGWXPZUJ8D0Q1IUM/HHH_9128.jpg Tools - Taking the Noise Out of Small Shop Air Compressors The Husky 4.5 Gal. compressor output a sound level of 66 dB. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1604169918626-0GONN9OYY08DTRP5VHD1/2020ProSpective_Husky_HuyHuynh_AlabamaWoodworker_1003208332_3.jpg Tools - Taking the Noise Out of Small Shop Air Compressors The on/off switch is tucked on the side of the machine preventing it from being accidentally switched on and off, but is a little hidden at first glance. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1604168702972-N2CI1SY9JDDG2V7TC81D/HHH_9169.jpg Tools - Taking the Noise Out of Small Shop Air Compressors The ball valve at the bottom of the Husky compressor tanks. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1604165599659-3LTF3JRXMWREKDD7AEWJ/2020ProSpective_Husky_HuyHuynh_AlabamaWoodworker_1003208332_2.jpg Tools - Taking the Noise Out of Small Shop Air Compressors https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1604166429352-JJE6N511I843G6TGV4XS/HHH_9165.jpg Tools - Taking the Noise Out of Small Shop Air Compressors The Porter Cable pancake compressor output a sound level of 80 dB. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1604169765826-KBFAGG8G1CB6AI6810R2/2020ProSpective_Husky_HuyHuynh_AlabamaWoodworker_1003208332_4.jpg Tools - Taking the Noise Out of Small Shop Air Compressors The regulator, dials, and connectors are well placed at the top front of the compressor. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1604168738705-QGSO570GJELZJC4C6WKR/image-asset.jpeg Tools - Taking the Noise Out of Small Shop Air Compressors The screw valve at the bottom of the Porter Cable compressor tank https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1604168129988-S80LKN7NUF4NEN04QMQH/2020ProSpective_Husky_HuyHuynh_AlabamaWoodworker_1003208332_7.jpg Tools - Taking the Noise Out of Small Shop Air Compressors The twin stacks on the Husky air compressor offers a form factory that’s conducive to transportability. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1604170801395-4RY408OJHBOPP6YLZST8/HHH_9191.jpg Tools - Taking the Noise Out of Small Shop Air Compressors Using compressed air to blow dust and debris off of my furniture projects prior to applying finish. https://www.alabamawoodworker.com/blog-1/2020/8/9/indasas-rhynogrip-whiteline-sanding-discs-and-roll monthly 0.5 2020-08-11 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1597086182256-SKU99DBYK55VW1J5ICU2/HHH_6665.jpg Tools - Indasa's Rhynogrip Whiteline Sanding Discs and Roll The Festool ETS 125 has been my primary random orbital sander for the last 7-years. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1597093546801-YZB6086AZRN6Y7Q8EGM0/HHH_6701.jpg Tools - Indasa's Rhynogrip Whiteline Sanding Discs and Roll Completely sanded approximately 62 square feet of Baltic Birch plywood using a single P120 and P180 sanding disc. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1597089632235-R1FE477ONYRTQ1EHXXS1/HHH_6642.jpg Tools - Indasa's Rhynogrip Whiteline Sanding Discs and Roll The Rhynogrip White Line uses an aluminum oxide (ALOX) cutting grain and is coated with a lubricant on grits of P150 and greater. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1597089457702-JEIVWRR9TFYIZEKCKM1U/HHH_6636.jpg Tools - Indasa's Rhynogrip Whiteline Sanding Discs and Roll Rhynogrip White Line offer D-weight paper backing on P120 and lesser grits, and C-weight paper backing on P150 and higher grits. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1597093291169-KOAWQMAJ1ZRJB4JXJV7W/image-asset.jpeg Tools - Indasa's Rhynogrip Whiteline Sanding Discs and Roll I used the P120 velour backed roll and 5”x2-3/4” sanding block to break the edges of the plywood parts. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1597093396891-3TO7KHY2UVAPQXTWM8K1/HHH_6627.jpg Tools - Indasa's Rhynogrip Whiteline Sanding Discs and Roll I was able to break the edges without seeing any signs of abrasive shedding. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1597093452903-4XEJQURSU8Y00XN13W00/HHH_6693.jpg Tools - Indasa's Rhynogrip Whiteline Sanding Discs and Roll The P120 showed minimal signs of shedding along the perimeter of the sanding disc. The P180 showed no signs of shedding. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1597093205955-SI529132GDPNVAG8TEXU/HHH_6652.jpg Tools - Indasa's Rhynogrip Whiteline Sanding Discs and Roll I moved the random orbital sander first against the veneer grain and then with the veneer grain at approximately 1 linear inch per second. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1597093129356-4CWKJ46VGNQJIM5FVFC0/HHH_6657.jpg Tools - Indasa's Rhynogrip Whiteline Sanding Discs and Roll Using a pencil to ensure I cut the entire panel with P120. https://www.alabamawoodworker.com/blog-1/2020/6/18/werner-multi-position-ladder monthly 0.5 2020-06-18 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1592505193666-8J8RGLLFQHWFM0KSW1KD/HHH_4439.jpg Tools - Werner Multi-Position Ladder The Werner Multi-Position ladder is light enough to hoist it onto your shoulder to transport it around your job site. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1592506387414-RN1UTK1JTAGCHW2ZS7C4/HHH_4484.jpg Tools - Werner Multi-Position Ladder The ladder is tall enough in the double-sided twin step ladder mode to reach the roof of my shop. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1592503391541-69HKPF8FVLHTWQAX0697/HHH_4471.jpg Tools - Werner Multi-Position Ladder The Werner 26 ft Reach Multi-Position Ladder offers the user 5 ladders in 1 while collapsing down to a manageable size. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1592505282305-2R786I6WLVRWZ36G4W8N/HHH_4464.jpg Tools - Werner Multi-Position Ladder The ladder uses shatterproof j-locks and oversized push knobs to adjust the ladder. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1592506314131-OC4YOQZ5QSQYCNMLHC1V/HHH_4471.jpg Tools - Werner Multi-Position Ladder I use these types of ladder to gain access to my roof to clear debris and clean out my shop gutters. https://www.alabamawoodworker.com/blog-1/2020/6/18/traveling-with-husky-hybrid-tote-rolling-cart-and-interlocking-organizer monthly 0.5 2020-10-31 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1592499331171-4UY2GH7QBCZ7DKCP2ZIH/HHH_6470.jpg Tools - Traveling with Husky Hybrid Tote, Rolling Cart, and Interlocking Organizer The hand plane divider sits securely at the bottom of the tool box with plenty of vertical clearance. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1592498804167-0KX82MUVXJE8IYJJDKO3/HHH_5681.jpg Tools - Traveling with Husky Hybrid Tote, Rolling Cart, and Interlocking Organizer The Husky Connect Rolling Cart consists of a 3-piece mobile system, which includes a small part organizer, tool box, and rolling cart. This is a 22 in. wide interconnecting system and was integral to holding my hand planes and some larger items. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1592500142909-JR4D25MMCMPDMIO1WHSD/HHH_6474.jpg Tools - Traveling with Husky Hybrid Tote, Rolling Cart, and Interlocking Organizer The interlocking organizer is great for much smaller parts. The trays can be arranged to your liking. In my case I used the larger parts trays fro my marking gauges and honing guide. I removed one row of trays to make room for my dovetail saws. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1592500339755-J7NBKE3QLZ3DCC9IZF8M/HHH_5468.jpg Tools - Traveling with Husky Hybrid Tote, Rolling Cart, and Interlocking Organizer The Husky Pro Hybrid Tote also includes a tool organizer. It’s constructed of heavy-duty 1680D polyester fabric and reinforced edges prevents wear at the corners and edges. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1592499544641-975P9WPJ5KKP63J9DGAU/HHH_6472.jpg Tools - Traveling with Husky Hybrid Tote, Rolling Cart, and Interlocking Organizer The rolling cart has a large compartment. I used this part of the rolling cart to hold larger objects that don’t need to be separated for protection. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1592499075254-7GA9K886PFD1CN0PP3TE/HHH_6461.jpg Tools - Traveling with Husky Hybrid Tote, Rolling Cart, and Interlocking Organizer Using 1/2 inch Baltic Birch I built a divider to keep my hand planes secure and separated so as to not damage the finish of the planes. The divider was held together with glue and brad nails. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1592493483915-OYH7KBPCSIZRDI90DLMB/HHH_5658.jpg Tools - Traveling with Husky Hybrid Tote, Rolling Cart, and Interlocking Organizer https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1592500538915-PVMSELHLHNEK3TH0I3IX/HHH_6475.jpg Tools - Traveling with Husky Hybrid Tote, Rolling Cart, and Interlocking Organizer For the left side of the folding tool compartment I stored my Stanley Sweetheart 750 bench chisels. The 8 separate elastic compartments and pockets were the perfect size for my chisels. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1592499905297-JEEZ4W3TKR69R5U9VXCN/HHH_6473.jpg Tools - Traveling with Husky Hybrid Tote, Rolling Cart, and Interlocking Organizer The rolling cart holds items such as bench hooks, hold fasts, hand plane accessories, a mallet, sharpening solution, and my woodworking apron. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1592500932679-P7UJJQM9WI8R6HFGCDGB/HHH_6476.jpg Tools - Traveling with Husky Hybrid Tote, Rolling Cart, and Interlocking Organizer For the right side of the folding tool compartment I stored my Veritas and Lie Nielsen spokeshaves, as well as small double squares. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1592499417815-USONEMUQ13OC0N2PBJJQ/HHH_6471.jpg Tools - Traveling with Husky Hybrid Tote, Rolling Cart, and Interlocking Organizer The tool box has a tray that sites above the hand plane divider. I use this tray to hold my card scrapers, mallet, burnisher, and hand plane screw driver. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1592500027597-A2AYN63BH4OI388W4H3V/HHH_5635.jpg Tools - Traveling with Husky Hybrid Tote, Rolling Cart, and Interlocking Organizer The Husky interlocking organizer gives you the ability to stack multiples organizers and lock them together. https://www.alabamawoodworker.com/blog-1/2020/6/17/husky-superior-access-and-low-profile-long-handle-ratchet-set monthly 0.5 2020-06-17 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1592433503090-SYLV50PRU5B300S6VVL1/HHH_3646.jpg Tools - Husky Superior Access and Low-Profile, Long Handle Ratchet Set I was able to use the extra deep sockets with a breaker bar to unlock the lug nuts on the wheels of my SUV without any issue. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1592433632475-P82YHW1G0WYYXJEWXJ65/HHH_3773.jpg Tools - Husky Superior Access and Low-Profile, Long Handle Ratchet Set After removing the wheels on my SUV, I used the ratchet set and sockets to remove and replace my brake pads and rotors. The long handle and 2.5 degree arc swing makes it easy to remove tough-to-reach bolts and fasteners. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1592433170298-TBRHAQIV0ZRD6T8BW4AO/HHH_5375.jpg Tools - Husky Superior Access and Low-Profile, Long Handle Ratchet Set I was especially surprised to see 6 extension and wobble bars in this set with 2 female to male drive adapters. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1592433247492-C15PI3WOU50AQVFCKVY7/HHH_5389.jpg Tools - Husky Superior Access and Low-Profile, Long Handle Ratchet Set The Home Depot also included the Hucky 3 Pc 144-tooth ratchet set. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1592433469786-7FBXF47Y0874FNUM6IL5/HHH_5402.jpg Tools - Husky Superior Access and Low-Profile, Long Handle Ratchet Set The 3 piece set included a 1/4”, 3/8”, and 1/2” ratchet with a 2.5 degree arc swing. This allows a fastener to be turned with less than 3/4” of space and the longer handle allows for a higher level of torque to be applied to the socket. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1592432818344-10YLIKDGUDAUOFKQ5T4M/HHH_5354.jpg Tools - Husky Superior Access and Low-Profile, Long Handle Ratchet Set The set includes a 1/4” and 3/8” low profile, long handle ratchet, with 48 standard depth sockets, 24 bit sockets (hex and torx), and 43 deep sockets (115 total sockets). https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1592430082667-K7Y0F2J9AX1J0G4I5AON/HHH_3775.jpg Tools - Husky Superior Access and Low-Profile, Long Handle Ratchet Set The Husky Superior Access and Low-Profile, Long Handle Ratchet Set has replaced my current ratchet set with it’s ultra-narrow 2.5 degree swing arc and Lifetime no questions, no receipt required warranty. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1592432612436-0TG4ZYF1FD08IVMYRZIG/HHH_5349.jpg Tools - Husky Superior Access and Low-Profile, Long Handle Ratchet Set The Husky 125 Pc mechanics set comes in a plastic storage case that is stamped with size markings for east identification and organization. The case is durable but flexible enough to resist cracking through impact. https://www.alabamawoodworker.com/blog-1/2020/1/21/dewalt-maxfit-right-angle-magnetic-attachment monthly 0.5 2020-01-21 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1579614173852-9NGJOSA6C74JTCLMWMMH/HHH_3159.jpg Tools - DeWalt MAXFIT Right Angle Magnetic Attachment https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1579612755129-E3KPYNE7G33UDW0ON2Z9/HHH_2600.jpg Tools - DeWalt MAXFIT Right Angle Magnetic Attachment The DeWalt MAXFIT RIght Angle Attachment provides a right angle conversion for your impact driver. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1579613786890-RVMWYM1XUDPCP5ECAQIA/HHH_2580.jpg Tools - DeWalt MAXFIT Right Angle Magnetic Attachment https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1579613653106-JO09C561660HUJ9HSJO8/HHH_2574.jpg Tools - DeWalt MAXFIT Right Angle Magnetic Attachment https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1579613920229-AOA3CP7UMNL9RBS0LER9/HHH_2600-2.jpg Tools - DeWalt MAXFIT Right Angle Magnetic Attachment https://www.alabamawoodworker.com/blog-1/2020/1/19/drywall-screwdriver-vs-drill-vs-impact-driver monthly 0.5 2020-01-21 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1579491489225-869YFHV9U6MGY6O4XV7F/HHH_2810.jpg Tools - Drywall Screwdriver vs. Drill vs. Impact Driver A drywall screwdriver has unique features that make it the ideal tool for installing drywall and sub-flooring. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1579493098522-0HXXHFJSGCSUFJHU7DFV/HHH_2771.jpg Tools - Drywall Screwdriver vs. Drill vs. Impact Driver Short bit holder for drywall nose cone. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1579494449203-K6C4N5U9VBTE7UL1YP2L/HHH_3131.jpg Tools - Drywall Screwdriver vs. Drill vs. Impact Driver Using the Ridgid Drwall Screwdriver to install plastic flooring for an outdoor shed. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1579494775876-BB3BA3KBGZCTZB4FPIHJ/HHH_3135.jpg Tools - Drywall Screwdriver vs. Drill vs. Impact Driver Flooring screw driven to the correct depth. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1579493142280-41NFUDDZNVNZJ7HYKPQL/HHH_2774.jpg Tools - Drywall Screwdriver vs. Drill vs. Impact Driver Drywall nose cone https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1579493266987-7JC29ZY4XK0T3DP8U2ZQ/image-asset.jpeg Tools - Drywall Screwdriver vs. Drill vs. Impact Driver Collated attachment https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1579493176975-ZM23W8GY7Y0LV7TAHUWY/HHH_2807.jpg Tools - Drywall Screwdriver vs. Drill vs. Impact Driver Long bit for collated attachment https://www.alabamawoodworker.com/blog-1/2020/1/12/dewalt-atomic-20v-max-compact-reciprocating-saw monthly 0.5 2020-01-20 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1578890590563-AXQL3PEE3FTA3AJQT6ZC/HHH_3038.jpg Tools - DeWalt Atomic 20V MAX Compact Reciprocating Saw The DCD369 features a brushless motor for increased performance and tool free blade release to allow for quick and easy blade changes. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1578890702231-LL05JP9UZU2LF7SECHDM/HHH_3061.jpg Tools - DeWalt Atomic 20V MAX Compact Reciprocating Saw The trigger actuated LED light helps illuminate your work. The trigger is variable speed for increased speed control on demand. The pivoting shoe provides more points of contact and is especially helpful for plunge cuts. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1578890239467-6I7APC0IS2KYV33U1E16/HHH_3053.jpg Tools - DeWalt Atomic 20V MAX Compact Reciprocating Saw https://www.alabamawoodworker.com/blog-1/2020/1/12/ridgid-18v-heated-jacket monthly 0.5 2020-01-13 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1578889160970-EI9A81EQGSXE6DBP5XI4/HHH_3015.jpg Tools - Ridgid 18V Heated Jacket At 5’7” and 180 lbs, the size large fits me comfortably with plenty of room and flexibility within the material for movement. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1578889423781-7SJLTK96P1R5P70ZA3T4/HHH_2998.jpg Tools - Ridgid 18V Heated Jacket The included power adapter uses the included 1.5 Ah battery to heat up the jacket and also includes a USB Power Source to change your portable devices, such as a cell phone. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1578888599982-3KOT85DUDO29TCWJ02ZM/HHH_2990.jpg Tools - Ridgid 18V Heated Jacket Over the course of the year I get sent a bunch of tools that I wouldn’t normally use. Alabama doesn’t get very cold during the winter months, and a heated jacket is not necessary for me to stay warm. However, I find this to be one of the most interesting products I’ve tried this year. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1578889537656-VJS6M3SFH4XDT2JNTO1Z/HHH_3003.jpg Tools - Ridgid 18V Heated Jacket The power source and adapter fit snugly in a side pocket behind the front left pocket. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1578889253556-1EQU7CQJRBTE63QMOMHU/HHH_3014.jpg Tools - Ridgid 18V Heated Jacket The heated jacket features 3 heating zones to distribute heat to the chest and back area. The power controller on the collar heats the jacket up and changes the jacket’s temperature from low, medium, or high heat. https://www.alabamawoodworker.com/blog-1/2020/1/12/the-home-depot-flagship-brand-starter-kits-ridgid-and-ryobi monthly 0.5 2020-01-13 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1578884695454-ZG08O0Y1LJW9PZ62I1ID/HHH_3017.jpg Tools - The Home Depot Flagship Brand Starter Kits: Ridgid and Ryobi Ridgid and RYOBI are The Home Depot’s flagship brands. RYOBI is marketed more towards the home DIYer while Ridgid is marketed more towards the professional. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1578885777811-H66BD04OPE7IBBWNG3GE/HHH_3019.jpg Tools - The Home Depot Flagship Brand Starter Kits: Ridgid and Ryobi Both the RYOBI and Ridgid drill/drivers have brushed motors. While the top-of-the-line combo kits are currently brushless, these systems are still very capable and offer similar power at a budget price. Both drills are have a 24-position, clutch and 2-speed clutch to match your drilling and driving needs, and a 1/2” keyless chuck. The difference between these two are in the power and size. The RYOBI delivers 500 in/lbs of torque. The Ridgid delivers 535 in/lbs of toque in a much more compact size. The RYOBI combo kit comes with two 1.5 Ah lithium-ion batteries. The Ridgid combo kit come swith two 2.0 Ah lithium-ion batteries. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1578886410997-M7PH612SPB8AXOSQ66IS/HHH_3020.jpg Tools - The Home Depot Flagship Brand Starter Kits: Ridgid and Ryobi The Ridgid drill and impact driver feature grip lights that engage independently of the trigger to illuminate your work. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1578887553028-VU9WKU3Y07CTHH7U5NK3/HHH_3022.jpg Tools - The Home Depot Flagship Brand Starter Kits: Ridgid and Ryobi There’s also significant size difference in the chargers. The Ridgid is much larger than the RYOBI. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1578886478926-RTO1V6LGJXYBC27VLE7M/HHH_3018.jpg Tools - The Home Depot Flagship Brand Starter Kits: Ridgid and Ryobi A similar contrast can be seen between the impact drivers. The RYOBI delivers 1600 in/lbs of torque at 3200 IPM (impact per minute). The Ridgid delivers 1750 in/lbs of torque in a more compact size. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1578887259789-I1H45Y09K5O1UGF30IDW/HHH_3021.jpg Tools - The Home Depot Flagship Brand Starter Kits: Ridgid and Ryobi The RYOBI drill and impact driver have an LED light that only engages with the trigger pull. The RYOBI combo kit also has a magnetic tray to conveniently hold screws and bits. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1578887626012-P1YOI47C9VZDUE1O1RMB/HHH_3023.jpg Tools - The Home Depot Flagship Brand Starter Kits: Ridgid and Ryobi The carrying bag for both are also very similar. However, the Ridgid is slightly longer. https://www.alabamawoodworker.com/blog-1/2019/10/26/dremels-expands-further-into-everyday-use monthly 0.5 2019-10-28 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1572242638603-FB1C5KBK5E6N1S7UDR68/image-asset.jpeg Tools - Dremel Expands Further into Everyday Use Polishing headlights with the non-scratch pad and buffing compound https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1572242575450-WSN2P8Z6E0MO3MI5VCLL/HHH_1721.jpg Tools - Dremel Expands Further into Everyday Use Using the Dremel GO to reinstall door hinges after refinishing doors https://www.alabamawoodworker.com/blog-1/2019/10/26/impact-driver-vs-impact-wrench-use-the-right-tool-for-the-job monthly 0.5 2019-10-28 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1572242115022-Z5VUMR6SOIQXOHO63IHA/image-asset.jpeg Tools - Impact Driver vs. Impact Wrench For most of my woodworking applications, an impact driver is ideal. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1572242418794-QTI26UU43T6U2YQ2TSVF/HHH_9560.jpg Tools - Impact Driver vs. Impact Wrench The M12 impact wrench is much more compact than pneumatic impact wrenches https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1572242186148-4B6GDNVVGY9SWF6SLTV2/image-asset.jpeg Tools - Impact Driver vs. Impact Wrench The M12 SURGE impact driver used to fasten toggle clamps to a support block https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1572242276733-ZX5CNYQQIX4Y82SEU3LO/image-asset.jpeg Tools - Impact Driver vs. Impact Wrench Significant difference in size between full size pneumatic impact wrench vs. the M12 FUEL impact wrench https://www.alabamawoodworker.com/blog-1/2019/8/4/the-ridgid-octane-18v-reciprocating-saw-and-jobmax-multi-tool monthly 0.5 2019-08-05 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1564976538839-KMECEQQHPG7OAHS0GPK7/HHH_6383.jpg Tools - The Ridgid OCTANE 18V JobMax Multi-Tool and Reciprocating Saw The JobMax fits well in my hand and while the battery sits at the end of the tool, it feels well balanced and not heavy. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1564974420378-GI7D56VHFV4LZ5YPXTRW/image-asset.jpeg Tools - The Ridgid OCTANE 18V JobMax Multi-Tool and Reciprocating Saw The new https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1564976834510-EPEOMNOCEIV41RPRA5D7/HHH_6555.jpg Tools - The Ridgid OCTANE 18V JobMax Multi-Tool and Reciprocating Saw The 1-1/8 in plunge wood cutting blade is perfect for making right angle cuts. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1564976318226-OK6IBEJMRAURZK0IP3TF/HHH_6363.jpg Tools - The Ridgid OCTANE 18V JobMax Multi-Tool and Reciprocating Saw Easily swap out accessories by flipping the lever on the tool-free multi-head. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1564977713958-UF2YCMCLG68VVLSKTDI2/HHH_6444.jpg Tools - The Ridgid OCTANE 18V JobMax Multi-Tool and Reciprocating Saw Tool free shoe adjustment and open shoe design. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1564976885863-6FBW7M5Y4D8WFE3SFIC9/image-asset.jpeg Tools - The Ridgid OCTANE 18V JobMax Multi-Tool and Reciprocating Saw The JobMax Multi-Tool is perfect for installing outlet boxes. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1564977886652-V83TV9J6Q8UHBGSWGB2S/HHH_6566.jpg Tools - The Ridgid OCTANE 18V JobMax Multi-Tool and Reciprocating Saw In orbital mode, the Ridgid OCTANE reciprocating saw makes quick work of wood materials. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1564975549092-SZN70BFMVAZB952NPNA7/HHH_6342.jpg Tools - The Ridgid OCTANE 18V JobMax Multi-Tool and Reciprocating Saw The Ridgid OCTANE JobMax comes with the power base, multi-tool head, 1-1/8 in. wood cutting blade, segment blade, sanding pad, sandpaper, and drive gear covers. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1564977829614-MH1LM0PV1T8DTBLG75II/HHH_6458.jpg Tools - The Ridgid OCTANE 18V JobMax Multi-Tool and Reciprocating Saw The on/off orbital switch for wood cutting (orbital) and metal cutting (non-orbital) https://www.alabamawoodworker.com/blog-1/2019/8/4/wetdry-vacuums-for-tool-dust-extraction monthly 0.5 2019-08-05 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1564969494090-SKA74748DHPGQFTNKN1V/Image6-2.jpg Tools - Wet/Dry Vacuums for Tool Dust Extraction The Ridgid 14 Gal. 6.0-Peak HP NXT Wet Dry Vac being used with the Pantorouter. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1564971866027-NQ5IHUWGPNUL5UVINE41/image-asset.jpeg Tools - Wet/Dry Vacuums for Tool Dust Extraction The Ridgid HD1401 comes with a 3-layer fine dust pleated filter which captures 99% of all particles 1/2 micron and larger. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1564973034625-WZU3N6I4I0ACE8AOL6IH/HHH_6133.jpg Tools - Wet/Dry Vacuums for Tool Dust Extraction The auto detail kit includes a 1-1/4 in. x 10 ft. hose, a soft bristle brush, a stiff bristle brush, an extra-long crevice tool, a claw nozzle and adapters. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1564971639593-KT7VH0Y7ECSZR163JBHO/HHH_3552.jpg Tools - Wet/Dry Vacuums for Tool Dust Extraction My previous dust extraction setup with the Ridgid WD1270 vacuum and Dustopper separator. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1564972603993-P2PLOC56X2JOO0815HYV/Image17.jpg Tools - Wet/Dry Vacuums for Tool Dust Extraction Using the smaller 1-1/4 in. diameter hose with a circular saw to breakdown plywood https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1564973769950-N7KP8NWYVKO6OPULV6X5/HHH_6275.jpg Tools - Wet/Dry Vacuums for Tool Dust Extraction Removing sawdust using the soft bristle brush included with auto detail kit. https://www.alabamawoodworker.com/blog-1/2019/6/16/two-types-of-laser-levels monthly 0.5 2019-06-18 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1560736077227-AIUHTXCC0X8ECKJZD9K7/HHH_6658.jpg Tools - Two Types of Laser Levels The laser level can also be mounted to the BM1 positioning device which has a fine adjustment knob. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1560732745456-6WS90KQZCFBLV60YB3VW/image-asset.jpeg Tools - Two Types of Laser Levels 1/4”-20tpi threads accept a camera tripod bracket. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1560735923930-6EKWWNQQ76KGMR0DW134/HHH_6653.jpg Tools - Two Types of Laser Levels The laser level has two brightness levels and can project 1, 2, or 3 lines. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1560732549999-TS96LLNXMITSWNIW7LME/HuyHuynh_AlabamaWoodworker_2019ProSpective_SKU_10004029915_3.jpg Tools - Two Types of Laser Levels The Bosch 40-ft laser is very compact but more than adequate for hanging cabinets, installing trim, hanging windows, and mounting picture frames. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1560736160669-5B23BS1122B287MAI6JU/HHH_6659.jpg Tools - Two Types of Laser Levels The BM1 positioning device clips to multiple surfaces, stand on floors with retractable feet and mounts to drywall or wood with screws. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1560731481835-MB0I9BA0BTCNAOHC3BZC/HuyHuynh_AlabamaWoodworker_2019ProSpective_SKU_10004029915_5.jpg Tools - Two Types of Laser Levels https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1560732773316-K70Y71UTS2PYMG1E8WVO/HuyHuynh_AlabamaWoodworker_2019ProSpective_SKU_10004029915_7.jpg Tools - Two Types of Laser Levels The Bosch 40-ft. cross-line level projected on a light blue wall. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1560734066674-N2RQWH7F97BC9REOSGZF/_DSC2778.jpg Tools - Two Types of Laser Levels Bosch 200 ft. Self Leveling 3 Plane Cross Line Laser Level https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1560736021612-Z352JSZ63DZID23WVW18/HHH_6656.jpg Tools - Two Types of Laser Levels The laser level can be mounted to a tripod https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1560732683872-MF0D5I9B02D9V0JDTS17/HuyHuynh_AlabamaWoodworker_2019ProSpective_SKU_10004029915_11.jpg Tools - Two Types of Laser Levels Bosch 40-ft laser level attached to the included mounting bracket. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1560732534898-KUPOHEXX79SYKK8H8UCW/HuyHuynh_AlabamaWoodworker_2019ProSpective_SKU_10004029915_4.jpg Tools - Two Types of Laser Levels The Bosch 40 ft. Self Leveling Cross-Line Laser https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1560735855866-0GR4TW86L60CXJY4B90Z/HHH_6651.jpg Tools - Two Types of Laser Levels The laser level project three lines through three self-leveling prisms. https://www.alabamawoodworker.com/blog-1/2019/6/16/why-choose-a-spade-bit monthly 0.5 2019-06-18 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1560719720224-5FDPRKAOO7BIUS043EG1/HuyHuynh_AlabamaWoodworker_2019ProSPective_SKU_734445_3.jpg Tools - Why Choose a Spade Bit? Self feed tip, and serpentine curve of the cutting edge on the Bosch Davedevil spade bit. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1560720942349-1S5RNJU5FI2K2VTVMBXE/HuyHuynh_AlabamaWoodworker_2019ProSPective_SKU_734445_6.jpg Tools - Why Choose a Spade Bit? The Bosch Davedevil spade bits performed better than spade bits that I’ve used in the past. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1560718463035-L9TJBZ5NRXC6D21HM5MP/HuyHuynh_AlabamaWoodworker_2019ProSPective_SKU_734445_4.jpg Tools - Why Choose a Spade Bit? The Bosch Davedevil Standard Spade Bit Set (10-Piece) comes with bits sized 1/4” to 1-1/4” in 1/8” increments. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1560718816807-2YFCD3DWX66UL768S7ZY/HuyHuynh_AlabamaWoodworker_2019ProSPective_SKU_734445_5.jpg Tools - Why Choose a Spade Bit? A visual comparison between a spade bit, twist bit, brad point bit, and Forstner bit (left to right). https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/592094bd86e6c0d647ade80f/1560719990043-M5U6C2RE7IGN554GAHOR/HuyHuynh_AlabamaWoodworker_2019ProSPective_SKU_734445_9.jpg Tools - Why Choose a Spade Bit? 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