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by Steve Hamlin
Thu Sep 06, 2012 6:29 am
Forum: Tools and Jigs
Topic: fretting: which hand tool set-up?
Replies: 15
Views: 20190

Re: fretting: which hand tool set-up?

Think the LMI is slicker, but both work well. if looking to use bought templates, just check your fave scales are available for the system you use, as they're not interchangeable. In essence, they're both just a normal mitre box with a pin poking through the side and hard wearing slot that can be sn...
by Steve Hamlin
Thu Jun 21, 2012 1:27 am
Forum: Tools and Jigs
Topic: Plaster of paris for mold making?
Replies: 15
Views: 18921

Re: Plaster of paris for mold making?

Was always concerned that plaster of paris is exothermic - or isn't it hot enough to harm a finish? Never wanted to risk it.
by Steve Hamlin
Wed Feb 22, 2012 8:33 am
Forum: Tools and Jigs
Topic: Makita 12" Planer vs. a small Drum Sander
Replies: 19
Views: 27593

Re: Makita 12" Planer vs. a small Drum Sander

Craig Bumgarner wrote:Steve: What model Jet do you have?
Hi Craig
I've the 16-32
As noted, setup is a bit of a faff, but I've found it a good little workhorse.
by Steve Hamlin
Tue Feb 21, 2012 10:09 am
Forum: Tools and Jigs
Topic: Makita 12" Planer vs. a small Drum Sander
Replies: 19
Views: 27593

Re: Makita 12" Planer vs. a small Drum Sander

Dust collection essential - and go overboard with it. The better the suck, the less the paper will load up, and consumable costs are significant for these little beasts. I use a 2 HP CamVac with my little Jet - best upgrade I've made (was tempted by 3 HP, and had I the wherewithall at the time, doub...
by Steve Hamlin
Tue Feb 07, 2012 11:39 am
Forum: The Soundhole
Topic: New site and a beef
Replies: 11
Views: 20627

Re: New site and a beef

Funnily, I had Alan's work in mind when I posted. With regards stickiness, just ensure links are set to open in a new window/tab. Suspect this is a forum option, as some which appear to use the same software do this, and some don't. When reading a thread, I generally treat links as sidenotes - they ...
by Steve Hamlin
Mon Jan 09, 2012 9:58 am
Forum: The Soundhole
Topic: New site and a beef
Replies: 11
Views: 20627

Re: New site and a beef

Agree. Much better with modern forum software. But was disappointed to see the the archaic restrictive T&C still in place. It reduces MIMF's value, and I doubt I'm alone in treating MIMF as a last port of call because of it. I want input from professional buiders, but it seems unrealistic to exp...

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